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I will even go further to say that I think that any time the US is actively fighting in other parts of the world, we should not celebrate with fireworks. The sounds and "pretty colors" that we are supposed to enjoy on the 4th are causes of fear and death in Iraq and Afghanistan. Also, I would think that if we were truly supportive of this country, we would honor soldiers that have fought for us by not triggering their PTSD.

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