Tweet for Troops ( #salutetroops )

We often use social media sites, such as Twitter, to share pictures of cats, videos of bloggers dancing to Rick Astley, and dramatic prairie dogs.


But we can also use these outlets to show our support for American service members overseas. The White House has sponsored a new social media program which allows ordinary Americans to voice their appreciation for troops serving abroad.


Here's how you can share a message for America's servicemen and women. (Excuse the bullet-point format)

• Youtube: Post a video response to President Obama's message.
  
• Facebook: Add a message to the White House's Facebook page, or select an appropriate profile picture, such as the one to the right.
  
• Twitter: Use the #salutetroops hashtag.
  
• Flickr: Post pictures with the SaluteTroops tag.
  

Want to do more? Head over to Serve.gov for information on volunteering with organizations such as the USO.