protest

It's about respect. Some people have it, others do not. You may muddle your way through life being disrespectful for a while, but it'll catch up to you. Be aware, and be respectful of those who have fought for your right to say what you want, that's certainly a freedom not allowed in all places, nor to all people. And it's a freedom too may Americans take for granted.

Last week, the Boy Scouts of America reaffirmed its longstanding policy of banning gays from being scouts or scout leaders. Now a number of straight men who’ve received the group’s highest honor — the ranking of Eagle Scout — are returning their medals in protest.

Willie Nelson is one of the first country stars to comment on the Occupy Wall Street protests, and the legend is giving the demonstrations a big thumbs up. Nelson wrote a poem that could be titled ‘We’re the Ones With the 99,’ and along with his wife, recites it in the video below.