Memorial Day article written by Stacci for Memorial Day, 1999 But for most, Memorial Day is a symbol to those values of patriotism, of loyalty, that defined America a mere half decade ago. As I read J.F. Kennedy's "Inaugural Address", I was particularly moved by his vision of the role played by his generation, "a generation of Americans, born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace, proud of our ancient heritage, and unwilling to witness or permit the slow undoing of those human rights to which this nation has always been committed. But now, a new generation of Americans is beginning to move into positions of power and leadership in this country. Just as Kennedy once saw the role of his generation, so too do I see the role of mine. My generation has no lofty nickname; we are not marked by any distinguishable traits. Somehow, we fell between the Baby Boomers and Generation X, and we are now beginning to feel the pressures of handin...
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