Matt P. , 02:25
Amusing, Edgy, Quirky
Nice work. Having just returned from my ultra-patriotic home town in Massachusetts and survived throngs of children shrieking at the top of their lungs every time a firework lit up the sky, I am definitely feeling the need for this piece. While Mr. Pryor's aim seems to be to defend Americans' rights of expression, what he ultimately says is, Do it if you must, just stay the hell away from me.
I have to say, after this past weekend, I agree with that sentiment 100%. Only I'd add, keep the people away from me as well. They may be the ones getting damaged by firecrackers, but their enthusiasm practically burst my eardrums.
Eric Winick
Brooklyn, NY
July 6, 2008
Commentary about neighbors, fireworks, and freedom
