The U.S has become a secular nation which does not embrace traditional family values. Yes conservatives and independents like myself are in the minority , but I am proud to be among this minority. Even though I agree with Curtis Wright on most issues, it was a good idea to pull out of this event. It is unequivocally true that the Democratic party has handily won the last two elections, but the American mindset has evolved to a more liberal state. Many things that our children are exposed to now would have been frowned upon during my childhood. The degradation of our home environments ,no respect for GOD (ACLU fights against America and GOD ) , undisciplined children and adults and acceptance of mediocrity in all facets of our lives are prime examples of our nation's shortcomings.The Democratic party dominates th dissemination of information through most media outlets.We have very few options to hear the conservative viewpoint( talk radio ,FOX news and WSJ).