Progressive Springfield

United for Peace and Justice has just launched a White Ribbon Campaign to increase the visibility of those who oppose the Iraq war. The concept is to support our troops by advocating an immediate end to this war to bring them back safely. A worthy goal to express the sentiment of many Americans who feel that being patriotic doesn't mean blindly following the administration's lead but rather questioning the sanity and morality of the actions "our" government undertake. Patriotism means participating in activities aimed at making this country a better place, one that we can all be proud of. Although I can't keep track of what all different colored ribbons mean any more, the act of making one's political opinions more public may be the only power we have left in a political process that otherwise leaves us feeling helpless.