“They burned the flag and they demonstrated against us; it's on the...” – Ron Kovic, Born on the Fourth of July ... Movie Quotes Database

Ron Kovic

They burned the flag and they demonstrated against us; it's on the cover of the paper today. They have no respect. They have no idea what's going on over there, Mom - the men that are sacrificing their lives. People are dying every day over there, and nobody back here even seems to care. It's a bunch of goddamn shit if you ask me!

Mrs. Kovic

Ronnie, don't take the Lord's name in vain - not in front of the children. I agree with everything you say!

Ron Kovic

I served my country - and they just want to take from it - just take, take! Love it or leave it, that's what I think.

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