The silent majority built America

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COVID-19 was a real gut-punch for Americans and everyone all over the world. Governments stepped up to confront this virus, but all too often, politics got in the way.

Instead of working to combat the spread, the powers that be did everything it could to spread fear in the people.

The vast majority of people, known as the silent majority, did what they had to do, without complaining and whining.

The silent majority is the basis for this nation. It is made up of the ones who work and adapt to events they may have no control over. It is people who are more concerned and involved with their families then getting their views and opinions on the news.

They are more concerned with living and less concerned with being heard by everyone. These are the people who make this country great. They are law abiding, hard working, respectful citizens. Even in an atmosphere of negativity, they keep a positive outlook on life.

These are the people who built the factories and work in them. .They work the farms to provide food for all of us. They in retail outlets, warehouses, service stations and offices. They teach our children and worship in churches.

You get the idea: They are productive and get things done. They are active in a positive manner, not in a confrontational or negative manner.

The silent majority built this nation, kept it growing and kept it strong. Sure there were problems, setbacks, disappointments and tragedies, but by being positive and finding a way to cope they were able to continue with their life and the pursuit of the American dream.

When I say “they” I mean “we,” — all of us who are not attention seekers, wanting or needing to be in the news or on the protest line or otherwise causing some kind of change.

The silent majority will prevail, that is how anything is accomplished: hard work, dedication, diligence and an honest, selfless way of life.

That’s the America I know and love. As we celebrate our independence this summer, let us all strive to get back to our normal life, as it was before the pandemic disrupted our lives.

Herb Dettmer is a retired Bowling Green resident, U.S. Army veteran and writes this column representing the viewpoint of “Joe Average” citizen. He is freelance writer and author of “Others,” a devotional book. Call or text “Joe” with comments at 419-494-4641.

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