(2) NO MORE WAR!

What could be a better way to celebrate the 4th of July than to change its name from the traditional Independence Day to the heartening, updated No More War Day!  In addition to stars and stripes there could be a sea of flags waving throughout the country, emblazoned with this inspiring motto.  Musicians and poets could compete for the best lyrics for a song titled No More War! The prize for the winner? A trip to Washington to lead a parade with a marching band playing the melody and the crowds singing their hearts out. . . No More War! The passionate song would catch on, and soon would flare up in countries all over the world, their citizens singing No More War in all their different languages. 
This essay was originally  published on Dr. Kathleen Malley-Morrison's blog http://Engaging Peace.com. on July 1, 2016.