We meet people on the street as well as those who have submitted their stories, all of whom have overcome adversity and consider themselves blessed to be Americans, like the Grucci family of fireworks fame, deli guys from Philly, air guitar fans ("a celebration of silliness), a brewery master, a retired man who started an organization to put used bikes in the hands of needy kids, star immigrants from Russia, India, Cuba, vets from Viet Nam and Iraq, foster parents, as well as household names like tv personality Leeza Gibbons, CEO Jack Welch, actress Frean Drescher, and musician LL Cool J. Immigrants recall why they came to America and how grateful they are to live here.

Historically significant Americans and their extraordinary Americanism shine from Real American Stories, in photos, speeches, poems, quotes and moments that are all part of the fabric of our nation.

As we're reminded on this anniversary that there are still some who despise America and our way of life . . .

and as we are bombarded daily with negativism about what’s wrong with America, Real American Stories is a great way to build pride and patriotism through the lives of so many optimistic Americans around us. You too can submit your family’s story too to add to the growing narrative.

Yeah, now go to the FBI website (here) and ask them why Osama bin Laden is not listed as "wanted" for 9/11. (Would you suggest the FBI is not patriotic?) You will find the FBI's answer here(complete with spokesman and phone number), if you would rather not call.

Truth must overcome political-correctness for justice to prevail. All the flag-waving in the world cannot cover up lies or hide the truth, forever.

If, on the outside chance, UBL should hop a plane headed for Washington, D.C., I'm pretty sure the FBI, NSA, CIA (unless they're testifying before congress),
Homeland Security, FAA, etc. will be sent his photo.