Not everything is political

As many folks know I am a very politically driven person. Often, I allow politics to seep into conversations where it may or may not be appropriate.

One thing I am sure of, the death of the US Navy SEALS team this weekend is not political, nor should it be. I already have heard on the news and seen people posting on Facebook and elsewhere this should be a reason for us to withdraw our troops from Afghanistan.

Look, I agree our job there is ending and we need to withdraw our troops, but the death of these men does not deserve to be politicized. They knew the risks. They understood their job and they died protecting the beliefs and the freedoms of this country. In many cases, this was what they were born to do. Some have the courage to serve and put their lives on the line while others do not. Don't make their decision political.

I don't care what party affiliation you are. I don't care if you support or don't support this president or any president before him. Now is not the time for politics!

We need to pay tribute to these men with honor and dignity, just as they served this country. We need to recognize their sacrifices and we need to understand their willingness to protect us in the process. We need to understand their sacrifice was not for political argument. It was in service to this country and they need to be remembered for that service.