Writer: U.S. is an exceptional nation
I wonder some times what sets David McLoughlin off.
In his Feb. 3 letter to the editor, he says, “Consider just a couple of the ‘what-ifs’ of history … .” I was reminded of a book I read years ago called “What If Jesus Had Never Been Born.” Now I hate to even consider a world without Christ, but this book outlined all of the things (such as charity hospitals) that are the direct result of the Christian ethic.
Mr. McLoughlin disputes our Christian heritage and our “exceptionalism.” And yet I noticed the outpouring of love and assistance from the United States during the recent tragedy in Haiti.
More than $100 million was immediately pledged. Thousands of Americans were on the scene within days. Here in Lynchburg, 2,000 people showed up to assemble rice meals for the people of Haiti.
Again, the mostly Christian response was “exceptional.”
Compare this response to that of such other “highly civilized” nations as France (little response), or Muslim Saudi Arabia ($1 million pledged), or China (again $1 million pledged), or, how about that great critic of the U.S., Hugo Chavez of Venezuela? Well, after his usual insulting comments about our response, he was able to muster up one plane load of aid.
You see, I don’t think our country is just an “accident of history.” I think God has a plan. We are the only country I know of that vanquishes evil (i.e. Hitler’s Germany) and then rebuilds and feeds the conquered (Marshall Plan) without permanent occupation.
Christian ideals, exceptionally displayed. I must say,
I do agree with Mr. McLoughlin on one thing: the thought of a Muslim Liberty University is horrifying. If there were such an institution, and if we were a Muslim nation, well, Mr. McLoughlin and his free-thinking friends would be the first to go.
MARK WILKERSON
Lynchburg
Great kids
I want to publicly thank the Liberty University students who, during a snow day from school, volunteered to wash dishes, clean up and help with other duties at the LU dining hall. These students volunteered to help, without compensation, because some workers could not show up for dinner.
You did something extremely considerate, and did not seek recognition for it. Thank you for being good neighbors in this community and examples to others.
LARRY PROVOST
Lynchburg
Thanks to all
I am very thankful that every day during this recent stormy weather I woke up to find my newspaper had been delivered, my mail was in its box, my garbage was picked up and my street was cleared of snow.
Often we take the efforts of others for granted, especially our city and county workers. This citizen appreciates your hard work.
LORRAINE REA
Lynchburg
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