Comedian Lewis Black has always been known (and generally revered) for his blunt speech, his political rants and his mixture of comedy and rage which gives us a very modern Carlin-esque performance.
Today on Twitter, Black tweeted out some support to the troops, as well as a message to the rest of the country that perhaps we should be getting our act together:
To those who have served and to those who do. Many thanks and my deepest appreciation for all you have done and all you do.
— Lewis Black (@TheLewisBlack) May 26, 2012
To those in our armed forces, if your level of sacrifice were the model for our country we'd have no problems.
— Lewis Black (@TheLewisBlack) May 26, 2012
The tweets seemed to touch a number of people, veterans in particular:
https://twitter.com/kieran293/status/206520723966136321
@TheLewisBlack thanks for the support. America's Army couldn't do it without your backing. An Army of the people for the people! #USARMY
— Rich Puckett (@RichPuckett68) May 26, 2012
So well said! Thank you, sir, for finding the words. RT @TheLewisBlack: To those in our armed forces, if your … http://t.co/R3Qpoj1m
— Bill Schulhoff (@BillSchulhoff) May 26, 2012
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https://twitter.com/drklrdbill/status/206515357429665792
@TheLewisBlack Your level of respect to where it's due is an example everyone should follow Mr. Black. I enjoyed you in Coquitlam B.C.
— Putin Winkin’ (@_TeamGoalie) May 26, 2012
@TheLewisBlack I return the thanks to you Lewis. Your comedy has helped me cope with the pure insanity of this world many times.
— Kevin O'Brien (@King3off) May 26, 2012
It’s always nice to remember the men and women in the armed forces, and Mr. Black shows some true grace in doing just that.
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