The parade was great. From what I read a lot of the cost was paid for by companies. not taxpayer dollars. It is rich for any politician to complain about the cost when over the decades they have not reigned in costs and have spent tons of money on worthless things as DOGE has uncovered.
Grady - 7 months ago
I enjoyed watching the majority of the parade, but its cost was more than prohibitively expensive! Aside from the expense, the thought of so many military members and equipment in a single location "gave me the chills" as I recalled 9/11.
Ellen Foust - 7 months ago
I think the recent parade was a good way to showcase not just the 250th anniversary of the Army but also to show us just how big our Army is. I personally had no idea of the number of different kinds of units the Army comprises. That said, I don't think we need to do that on a regular basis. The costs involved are enormous. There are always 4th of July and Veterans' Day and Memorial Day parades all over the country. Events like the July 4th fireworks display from DC is always televised. We are not lacking in national celebrations.
Nancy - 7 months ago
While I love our military and show respect to them, all the money could be better used for medical care and services our brave veterans need. My son served proudly and as his mom I’m honored to have him back home safe and sound. But the active military always needs more when they’re deployed. Give them whatever they need. God Bless them All!!
Bonnie - 7 months ago
I think we should be very proud of our Military (Army, Marines', Air Force, Navy, all) we should do everything in our power to keep the USA safe against all crimes foreign and domestics
There is no other country like the USA and we can't afford to have it destroyed
Tellya Later - 7 months ago
It's a way to spend more money on something that is not necessary. Put that money into better equipment or the wages of our underpaid protectors.
Car - 7 months ago
No, the parade to celebrate the 250th army anniversary was done in good taste, better than the media reported on. However, I believe the money (250 mill) could be better spent for Veteran care. Not to say there cannot be a parade but to the extent of this past week end Too much for the times. A celebration in DC just not the all the equipment rolling down the streets. We are not Korea!
Angelo Alvarez - 7 months ago
I wouldn’t mind one or two per year. Maybe around the 4th of July or if not national more state or local parades.
Tom marsh - 7 months ago
But the dems have no problem spending money on a whitehouse party that has shirtless trans men flaunting what medically made breasts look like
Duane Graham - 7 months ago
Normally I’d say yes but not in the Capital. I would say yes to military bases and National Guard bases being involved in local parades.
Lisa - 7 months ago
Yes we have a great Military. Americans already know this. Use the $ it takes to put on these parades and pay our brave service members more.
Kathleen - 7 months ago
While watching the 250th anniversary of the army parade over the weekend I felt a renewed sense of pride and patriotism. Parades seem to be becoming more and more a thing of the past, which is sad because growing up the local parades were a BIG deal. Memorial Day, July 4th, Veterans Day with all the floats and marching bands, with all of the local military branches being represented. It was a HUGE part of our culture that today’s younger generations know nothing about. Maybe I’m just being nostalgic for simpler and happier times but I truly believe Americans did possess more pride and patriotism 30+ years ago, and not just because of our military.
Fred - 7 months ago
Once again the left casts crap at Trump which is laughable since the army asked for this parade over a year ago to celebrate 250 years long before Trump was elected. Bias is the only things the dems can spew. I lived the parade and especially seeing our history in all the different ways. We need to see more of our service members in uniform and if a parade is possible yes. Bring it on. Think about this the English present a united front with their military pageantry very proudly. Keep honoring our soldiers they deserve accolades
The parade was great. From what I read a lot of the cost was paid for by companies. not taxpayer dollars. It is rich for any politician to complain about the cost when over the decades they have not reigned in costs and have spent tons of money on worthless things as DOGE has uncovered.
I enjoyed watching the majority of the parade, but its cost was more than prohibitively expensive! Aside from the expense, the thought of so many military members and equipment in a single location "gave me the chills" as I recalled 9/11.
I think the recent parade was a good way to showcase not just the 250th anniversary of the Army but also to show us just how big our Army is. I personally had no idea of the number of different kinds of units the Army comprises. That said, I don't think we need to do that on a regular basis. The costs involved are enormous. There are always 4th of July and Veterans' Day and Memorial Day parades all over the country. Events like the July 4th fireworks display from DC is always televised. We are not lacking in national celebrations.
While I love our military and show respect to them, all the money could be better used for medical care and services our brave veterans need. My son served proudly and as his mom I’m honored to have him back home safe and sound. But the active military always needs more when they’re deployed. Give them whatever they need. God Bless them All!!
I think we should be very proud of our Military (Army, Marines', Air Force, Navy, all) we should do everything in our power to keep the USA safe against all crimes foreign and domestics
There is no other country like the USA and we can't afford to have it destroyed
It's a way to spend more money on something that is not necessary. Put that money into better equipment or the wages of our underpaid protectors.
No, the parade to celebrate the 250th army anniversary was done in good taste, better than the media reported on. However, I believe the money (250 mill) could be better spent for Veteran care. Not to say there cannot be a parade but to the extent of this past week end Too much for the times. A celebration in DC just not the all the equipment rolling down the streets. We are not Korea!
I wouldn’t mind one or two per year. Maybe around the 4th of July or if not national more state or local parades.
But the dems have no problem spending money on a whitehouse party that has shirtless trans men flaunting what medically made breasts look like
Normally I’d say yes but not in the Capital. I would say yes to military bases and National Guard bases being involved in local parades.
Yes we have a great Military. Americans already know this. Use the $ it takes to put on these parades and pay our brave service members more.
While watching the 250th anniversary of the army parade over the weekend I felt a renewed sense of pride and patriotism. Parades seem to be becoming more and more a thing of the past, which is sad because growing up the local parades were a BIG deal. Memorial Day, July 4th, Veterans Day with all the floats and marching bands, with all of the local military branches being represented. It was a HUGE part of our culture that today’s younger generations know nothing about. Maybe I’m just being nostalgic for simpler and happier times but I truly believe Americans did possess more pride and patriotism 30+ years ago, and not just because of our military.
Once again the left casts crap at Trump which is laughable since the army asked for this parade over a year ago to celebrate 250 years long before Trump was elected. Bias is the only things the dems can spew. I lived the parade and especially seeing our history in all the different ways. We need to see more of our service members in uniform and if a parade is possible yes. Bring it on. Think about this the English present a united front with their military pageantry very proudly. Keep honoring our soldiers they deserve accolades