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Purple Finger, Anyone?

Okay folks, it's that time again... the Iraqi people will be going to the polls on December 15th. I vividly remember staying up into the wee hours of the morning the first time they went to the polls. This time, being a fully employed responsible adult, I won't be able to savor the coverage as I did last time. Instead, I intend to show solidarity with the Iraqi people with a purple ribbon instead. A simple little purple ribbon affixed to my sweater should be enough for (a) someone disconnected from the news to ask the question that will allow me a few moments to educate them on the fantastic developments in Iraq, and/or (b) to show my own solidarity with the new Iraqi government and the people who are bringing all of our efforts there to fruition through their votes.

Bill Bennett has been promoting the "Purple Finger of Freedom" campaign which I think is a wonderful idea. Read more about it and join the effort! Is there anything more moving than free people supporting those people who are building their own future through a democratic process?
Whatever you may choose to do, please remember to support the Iraqi people in whatever way is best for you -- pray for them, wear a purple ribbon, and/or go full out with a purple finger. More than ever, it's so very important for all free people everywhere to know that Americans who live in the greatest country on Earth are supporting them not only militarily but in spirit! Solidarity, baby, yeah!

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