“I love America, but I don’t understand why those who sacrificed for our freedom are forgotten while people paint rainbows all over the streets.” – Kid Rock

The internet was ablaze after two conservative titans – Kid Rock and Lee Greenwood – came together to make a bold statement: “We should dedicate a month to honoring veterans before we continue to celebrate Pride Month for the LGBTQ+ community.”

The statement, made during a special interview on the podcast “Red White & Real ,” immediately sent shockwaves through the media, divided fans , and sparked controversy on social media.

🎙️ Stormy statement: “The sky is full of rainbows, but no one remembers the soldiers”

Kid Rock – a rocker famous for his patriotism and unafraid of controversy – opened with an indignant statement:

“I see rainbow flags hanging from every government building. But I don’t see anyone hanging flags to honor fallen soldiers. I have nothing against people living their lives however they want, but if there is a month for Pride, why can’t there be a month for those who sacrificed so that America can be free?”

Shortly after, Lee Greenwood – country music legend behind the patriotic hit “God Bless the USA” – added:

“Without soldiers, there would be no Pride. They defend the freedom to protest, to love, to live. But they are forgotten.”

📉 The imbalance: Pride is widespread, Veterans Day is only 1 day?

June – Pride Month – is now celebrated in hundreds of American cities, with huge advertising budgets, street parades, and rainbow symbols everywhere.

Meanwhile:

Veterans Day only takes place on November 11

There is no month for them

Memorial events are often overlooked by brands.

Kid Rock asks the haunting question:

“A society that doesn’t honor soldiers, but holds parties for gender identity – does it still respect anything sacred?”

🔥 Social media is fiercely divided: #VeteransBeforePride vs. #ProtectPrideMonth

Immediately after the speech, two hashtags started going viral:

✊ #VeteransBeforePride :

“They fought, they bled. We owe them a month of remembrance!”

“The rainbow should never overshadow the red, white, and blue flag!”

“Let’s celebrate ‘Veterans Month’ in May or July!”

🏳️‍🌈 #ProtectPrideMonth :

“The LGBTQ+ community has endured a century for one month.”

“Veterans have had recognition for a long time. Pride is still stigmatized.”

“This is not a ‘who suffers more’ contest. Both deserve it!”

⚠️ Political reaction: A new culture war?

Sen. Josh Hawley (MO) : “I fully support Kid Rock’s proposal. Veterans should be honored every day.”

Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene : “We have strayed too far from traditional values. Give soldiers their rightful place!”

On the Democratic side : Many people remained silent, while some delegates criticized this as a “trick to divide the community”.

🧠 Analysts: This is not just a story about Pride – it is about “national orientation”

Dr. Alex Garrison – sociologist at Georgetown University – says:

“Kid Rock’s remarks tapped into a deep-seated pain: many Americans feel the nation is abandoning its founding fathers in favor of modern symbols. It’s not just about Pride, it’s about: What is America putting first?”

📺 How did the media react?

Fox News : “Kid Rock once again says what millions are thinking but afraid to say.”

The Blaze : “Why is the rainbow flag flown over the FBI headquarters, but the POW/MIA flag is not?”

CNN & MSNBC : Criticize the statement as “divisive, trading human rights for militarized cult”.

Rolling Stone : “This is the latest right-wing plot to attack Pride.”

📉 Big brands are in a difficult position

Many large companies have spent money on both campaigns:

Target, Nike, Bud Light … are all being called upon to “choose sides” : either support Veterans Month , or keep Pride Month .

Some have temporarily taken down Pride PR posts to “avoid being dragged into conflict”.