Patriots, Despite the financial challenges laying siege to American families and small businesses, including The Patriot Post , many of our fellow Patriots were able to band together and ensure our mission and operations in support of Liberty, would be sustained into this very critical year for our nation. We do not have a full accounting because checks are still incoming, but we are very close to meeting our Annual Fund goal. We run a VERY tight ship with no margin to spare, so making budget is crucial. It has been a difficult year. Indeed, in the words of Thomas Paine, "These are the times that try men's souls," and these times have revealed three things about frontline Patriots' spirit, fortitude and steadfast devotion to Liberty. First, you are not "summer soldiers and sunshine patriots" who "shrink from the service of our country" when times are tough. Second, thanks to you, the r...