Alexandra Bogdanovic's Blog: That's life... - Posts Tagged "ann-coulter"

Conventional wisdom holds that authors shouldn't blog about politics... or religion... or anything remotely controversial... unless the subject matter is directly related to our work.
I suppose we're supposed to play it safe in order to preserve our marketability and guarantee our books keep selling.
But those of you who know me personally or read this blog know I'm not the type to play it safe.
Take last week's posting, for instance. I boldly stated my belief that people are way too easily offended and vowed that I will never be politically correct.
This week I'm tackling something even more controversial. Specifically, I've decided to respond to some extremely offensive comments made by none other than Ann Coulter. Yes, I'm referring to her comments about soccer.
Among other things, the conservative columnist purportedly said that no one whose great-grandfather was born here is watching soccer. Of course she didn't have the guts to come out and say what she really meant. The insinuation was perfectly clear: Real Americans don't watch soccer .
Well, as we prepare to celebrate our country's indpendence, let me tell you a few things about real Americans, Ms. Coulter.
Real Americans don't always agree.
Real Americans know how to voice their opinions in a civilized manner.
Real Americans have no tolerance for those who spew hate.
Real Americans stand united in the face of adversity.
Real Americans celebrate our diversity.
Real Americans cherish our freedom.
Real Americans are patriotic.
Real Americans are proud.
Real Americans aren't defined by whether or not they like soccer.
Real Americans aren't defined by how long their families have been here.
Born here, I am a first-generation American of multicultural descent. And whether you like it or not, that makes me a real American.
Until next time, "That's life..."