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What are we doing with our freedom?

As we prepare to celebrate our nation's independence, the thought hit me - What are we doing with our freedom? Webster defines freedom as "the quality or state of being free." While they go on to give several examples, that is still a pretty broad definition. So how does it translate to our life today? Freedom is often the state of being free 'to' or being free 'from.' You are either free to do what you want, where you want, or how you want. Or you are free from restraint and constraint in how you do things. In the United States, we enjoy many freedoms. We have the freedom to pursue excellence, or enjoy average. We have the freedom to pursue education, or enjoy our limited knowledge. We have the freedom to pursue wealth, or enjoy what we already have. We have the freedom to pursue & grow relationships, or enjoy their current state. We have the freedom to pursue happiness, joy, and a better life for ourselves and thos...