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COPYRIGHT 2004 Society for the Advancement of Education
WE ALL ARE GRATEFUL that our nation celebrates a special day on which to give thanks for our blessings. As a fundamental part of our Pilgrim heritage, we cherish Thanksgiving Day by making it a holiday, arranging free meals for the poor, and gorging ourselves on turkey and all the trimmings. It especially is a family time as travel nears its peak, with friends and relatives celebrating togetherness.
Yet, it strikes me that there is something fundamentally unfair in not declaring some sort of national Complaint Day, especially since there are so many things to complain about; some cynics would say more than those for which we should be thankful. After all, it is customary to give equal time to opposing candidates seeking election. We also allow protesters of all sorts to vent their spleen in public marches or gatherings. So, how about equal time for a day of complaints? Let's list a few.
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