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There were no military parades for the 100th or 200th year anniversaries of the US, but there is one for the 250th. Why?

Bucky said:
Timid politicians who let America get walked over.
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Which is what Trump is doing.


Bucky said:
Trump’s critics call him brash, but that’s the point—greatness isn’t won with handshakes and platitudes. It’s won in the dirt, with grit and guts.
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And he has no guts. At least when it comes to his Moscow mancrush.


Bucky said:
Trump’s street-fighter style—unapologetic, unrelenting, unafraid—isn’t just necessary; it’s the only way to rebuild a nation that’s been knocked down too long.
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In Trump's case, he's not rebuilding the nation...he's gutting it. And kicking it while it's down.


Bucky said:
He’s the guy in the ring for America, and he’s not stopping until the job’s done.
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He's a hair close to quitting at getting peace in Ukraine....something he swore up and down he'd get done on day 1.
 
ataraxia said:
As ChatGPT said, “The tone of the Bicentennial was intended to be inclusive, democratic, and civic, rather than militaristic.”

So why the emphasis on the militaristic tone this year? Is that because we are more unified and less polarized than ever, and so this will not send the wrong message?

This is unprecedented in American history.
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So...the Bicentennial was "woke"...
 
ataraxia said:
Donald Trump will be holding a military parade in DC for the 250th anniversary of the US (which, ahem, also "happens" to fall on his birthday). But there weren't any on the centennial or bicentennial anniversary. And there has been good reason for that (see posts below). This has been something only seen in places like Nazi Germany or Stalinist Soviet Union.

So, conservatives, tell me what part of American history are you trying to "conserve"? This is without precedent. We were told that conservatives have not moved position and just want to preserve culture, and it is only liberals who have become extremist. But this is unprecedented in American history. This is not about conserving anything- this is a new culture and way of doing things in this country which we have never had before.

You don't seem to be interested in conserving anything of America's values or culture. This is not "conservatism". This is something quite newfangled.
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Because it's Trump's birthday!

Please pay attention
 
Bucky said:
What's the alternative?

Timid politicians who let America get walked over. Trump’s critics call him brash, but that’s the point—greatness isn’t won with handshakes and platitudes. It’s won in the dirt, with grit and guts. Trump’s street-fighter style—unapologetic, unrelenting, unafraid—isn’t just necessary; it’s the only way to rebuild a nation that’s been knocked down too long.

He’s the guy in the ring for America, and he’s not stopping until the job’s done.
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Got those links yet?
 
Bucky said:
The complaints and crybabies... blah, blah, blah. It's from the same crowd that’s been softening America’s spine for decades. A military parade on this historic day isn’t just fitting, it's a call to remember what makes America FIERCE.
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Excuse me, but you sound like a Ya-hoo out at high tide...
 
Bucky said:
It's time to create new history.

It’s a moment to honor a street-fighter president whose unapologetic grit mirrors the defiance of 1776, not just to America’s birth but to a leader who thrives in the arena, taking punches and swinging back harder.

Let’s embrace the chaos. The 250th anniversary demands something bold, something that screams American exceptionalism. A parade honoring both the nation’s birth and its most combative modern leader isn’t just a celebration: it’s a battle cry for the next 250 years. Bring on the marching band, the flyovers, and the unapologetic swagger. It’s Trump’s day, America’s day, and the perfect moment to remind the world what a street fighter’s spirit can do.
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Went back for seconds, didja?
 
Bucky said:
The complaints and crybabies... blah, blah, blah. It's from the same crowd that’s been softening America’s spine for decades. A military parade on this historic day isn’t just fitting, it's a call to remember what makes America FIERCE.
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🤣

I cannot wrap my head around how pathetic and insecure one must be to think a military parade shows how "fierce" they are.

Next thing you know, Trump is going to start demanding medals to wear to public events, and you'll be right there cheering him on.
 
ataraxia said:
Donald Trump will be holding a military parade in DC for the 250th anniversary of the US (which, ahem, also "happens" to fall on his birthday). But there weren't any on the centennial or bicentennial anniversary. And there has been good reason for that (see posts below). This has been something only seen in places like Nazi Germany or Stalinist Soviet Union.

So, conservatives, tell me what part of American history are you trying to "conserve"? This is without precedent. We were told that conservatives have not moved position and just want to preserve culture, and it is only liberals who have become extremist. But this is unprecedented in American history. This is not about conserving anything- this is a new culture and way of doing things in this country which we have never had before.

You don't seem to be interested in conserving anything of America's values or culture. This is not "conservatism". This is something quite newfangled.
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I think Trump’s military parade is a stupid, wasteful idea, but in fairness, he got the idea from a military parade that he witnessed during a visit to France. So if you’re going to call Trump a Fascist, a Nazi, or a Communist for holding such a parade, then you have to say the same about our French allies.

Mark
 
ataraxia said:
Donald Trump will be holding a military parade in DC for the 250th anniversary of the US (which, ahem, also "happens" to fall on his birthday). But there weren't any on the centennial or bicentennial anniversary. And there has been good reason for that (see posts below). This has been something only seen in places like Nazi Germany or Stalinist Soviet Union.

So, conservatives, tell me what part of American history are you trying to "conserve"? This is without precedent. We were told that conservatives have not moved position and just want to preserve culture, and it is only liberals who have become extremist. But this is unprecedented in American history. This is not about conserving anything- this is a new culture and way of doing things in this country which we have never had before.

You don't seem to be interested in conserving anything of America's values or culture. This is not "conservatism". This is something quite newfangled.
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Are you saying that Trump planned the 250th Army anniversary parade?
It has been planned for two years.

US Army 250th Anniversary Parade - Wikipedia

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Buster Keaton said:
Are you saying that Trump planned the 250th Army anniversary parade?
It has been planned for two years.

US Army 250th Anniversary Parade - Wikipedia

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Sure- all due to pressure from Trump. Gotta hand it to him: when he wants something, he is relentless. From your link:

"Trump had advocated for a military parade on Veteran's Day in 2018, but was opposed by the Pentagon stating it wanted to keep the military out of politics. The desire came after Trump saw France's Bastille Day celebrations in 2017. Defense secretary Jim Mattis reportedly told Trump he would "rather swallow acid" than have the parade, with Gen. Paul J. Selva saying that military parades were "what dictators do". Trump again brought up the idea for a parade again in 2020 with Mattis' successor, Mark T. Esper, who came up with an "air parade" to coincide on July 4.

In 2025, Trump again ordered a military parade from the Pentagon which The New York Times described its quick acceptance as a result of a more acquiescent Pentagon without the guardrails present in his first term."
 
Eriech said:
Saturday is the 250 birthday of the Army, Flag Day. Next year we will be celebrating 250 of the country.
I do not remember the 100th but during the 200th Jimmy Carter was president, the country and military were recovering from the Veitnam War. Malaise described the time.
Vivid memories of watching the tall ships and fireworkes that year even on our small black and white TV we had upta camp. During the Carter years mandatory draft registration was a flash point for protest.
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Carter was elected in November 1996, months after the July 4 celebration. He was inaugurated in January 1977. It was Gerald Ford who presided over the 200th anniversary celebration.
 
ataraxia said:
Sure- all due to pressure from Trump. Gotta hand it to him: when he wants something, he is relentless. From your link:

"Trump had advocated for a military parade on Veteran's Day in 2018, but was opposed by the Pentagon stating it wanted to keep the military out of politics. The desire came after Trump saw France's Bastille Day celebrations in 2017. Defense secretary Jim Mattis reportedly told Trump he would "rather swallow acid" than have the parade, with Gen. Paul J. Selva saying that military parades were "what dictators do". Trump again brought up the idea for a parade again in 2020 with Mattis' successor, Mark T. Esper, who came up with an "air parade" to coincide on July 4.

In 2025, Trump again ordered a military parade from the Pentagon which The New York Times described its quick acceptance as a result of a more acquiescent Pentagon without the guardrails present in his first term."
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Well yea. The Democrats hate president Trump.
 
dockside said:
Carter was elected in November 1996, months after the July 4 celebration. He was inaugurated in January 1977. It was Gerald Ford who presided over the 200th anniversary celebration.
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Same same. I stand corrected though.
 
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