They consider his pacifism and inclusive patriotism to be two of his most defining characteristics.
Several men in the extended Cash family were among those who served with honor.
We do not judge race, color, sexual orientation or creed.
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We value the capacity for love and the impulse towards kindness.
We respect diversity, and cherish our shared humanity.
Our father, as a person, icon, or symbol, is not you.
We ask that the Cash name be kept far away from destructive and hateful ideology.
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CNNs Jake Tapper boosted the message on social media.
God bless the family and the memory of Johnny Cash, he tweeted.
Rosanne Cash responded, Thank you for posting, @jaketapper.
