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We’re not voting for a personality. We’re not voting for a Pastor-in-Chief. We are voting for a Commander-in-Chief. We’re voting on platforms, policies and convictions based on track records. Which administration helped America (YOU) more: Trump’s or Biden’s? Which one is the more competent Commander-in-Chief? Which is the more likely to build America again? Who is better for America? Who is better for your family? Express your opinion by being legally registered to vote, and then show up and vote!

🌟 Reflecting on the Courage of My Great Grandmother during Challenging Times 🌟 As we journey through history, it's crucial to remember the stories that shaped us. Today, I want to share the remarkable story of my African American great grandmother, who lived in Mississippi during the tumultuous year of 1955. Her resilience and unwavering love in the face of adversity continue to inspire me. In 1955, Mississippi was a battleground for civil rights, where segregation and discrimination were deeply entrenched. My great grandmother, a woman of incredible strength and grace, bore witness to the tragic events of that era, including the horrific murder of Emmett Till. Emmett Till's story is a painful reminder of the racial injustice and hatred that marred our history. It's a stark reminder that we must continue to fight against discrimination and prejudice in all its forms. I often think about how my great grandmother must have felt during those times. She saw the worst of humanity, but she also embodied the best - love, resilience, and a determination to create a better world for her family. Though we've come a long way since 1955, there is still much work to be done to achieve true equality and justice for all. I wish things were different back then, and I'm committed to making a difference now. Let us honor the memory of those who suffered and fought for change by continuing the struggle for a more just and inclusive society. Together, we can create a future where no one has to endure the pain and injustice my great grandmother witnessed. #HistoryMatters #EqualityForAll #CivilRights #EmmettTill #Inspiration #ChangeMakers #NAACP #humanrights

God bless America... The global reputation of the United States' judicial system is grounded in its unwavering commitment to justice and truth. The fundamental principle that no one is above the law remains steadfast. However, recent times have seen the nation caught in a web of divisive political disputes. It is now of utmost importance for leaders to transcend these historical conflicts and come together to forge a promising path forward. As the world continues to grapple with ongoing challenges, a united effort is paramount. Foremost among these concerns is the approaching presidential election. Ensuring its execution with the highest standards of equity, transparency, and liberty is crucial. We should also recognize the prescient wisdom of the nation's founding fathers, who, in the 18th century, addressed issues that persist in the intricate political landscape of the 21st century. Their visionary insight deserves commendation. In this time, let us hope and pray for a spirit of bipartisanship to prevail. May America be blessed by a higher power.

Lifting up my relative General John Fulton Reynolds on this Memorial Day (along with the connection between the Civil War and civil rights). A respected senior commander in the Union Army, Reynolds was key in committing the Army to the Battle of Gettysburg (where he unfortunately died). Resistant to the politics of Washington, D.C., Reynolds previously declined President Abraham Lincoln’s request that he command the Army of the Potomac (the penchant to buck bureaucracy remains strong in his family). Today, you can see him standing resolutely in places throughout Pennsylvania (including in front of Philadelphia’s City Hall). Many think that the Civil War was a long ago moment in time - separate and apart from who we are today. Columbia University Professor Barbara Fields corrects this misguided notion: “I think what we need to remember, most of all, is that the Civil War is not over until we, today, have done our part in fighting it, as well as understanding what happened when the Civil War generation fought it. William Faulkner said once that history is not “was,” it’s “is,” and what we need to remember about the Civil War is that the Civil War “is,” in the present, as well as the past. The generation that fought the war, the generation that argued over the definition of the war, the generation that had to pay the price in blood, that had to pay the price in blasted hopes and a lost future also established a standard that will not mean anything until we finish the work. You can say there’s no such thing as slavery anymore, we’re all citizens. But if we’re all citizens, then we have a task to do to make sure that that, too, is not a joke. If some citizens live in houses and others live on the street, the Civil War is still going on. It’s still to be fought, and regrettably, it can still be lost.” #CivilWar #civilrights #historylives #justice #Pennsylvania

🌏 In a world where Truth matters, the importance of it cannot be overstated. The 🔱 NAVY SEAL Ethos embodies this principle with unwavering commitment: "I Serve with Honor and Integrity on and off the battlefield." These are not just words, but a call to action for each of us to uphold the highest standards of Truth and integrity in our personal and professional lives. The Truth matters, and it's not just a matter of importance; it's a matter of urgency. It's up to each of us to protect it, now more than ever! Bradley Geary's story stands as a powerful testament to the importance of Truth. It exposes the untruths (Lies) that have vilified those exceptional people under his command, reminding each and every one of us of the crucial role truth plays in our lives and how important it is to stand firm on our values and beliefs. #TruthMatters #IntegrityFirst #HonorAndIntegrity #NAVYSEALEthos #Accountability #LeadershipValues #UpholdTruth #BradleyGearyStory #CommitToExcellence #LeadWithIntegrity

Memorial Day is a solemn tribute to the courageous men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Originally established to honor Civil War soldiers, this day has grown into a national remembrance for all who have died defending our freedoms and values. This Memorial Day comes at a time when our nation witnesses violent protests on college campuses. Amid these reflections, we also confront controversial expressions of freedom, such as the burning of an American flag. This act, while contentious, is protected under the First Amendment as a form of free speech. It prompts us to question and debate: Does burning an American flag entail a demonstration of freedom of speech? How do we balance respect for our national symbols with the right to individual expression? These events challenge us to confront hate and evil and question what American soldiers were sacrificing their lives for. As we commemorate this day, I invite everyone to reflect: What does Memorial Day mean to you? How do we honor and perpetuate the legacy of those who have sacrificed so much?

Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Now we are engaged in a great civil war, testing whether that nation, or any nation so conceived and so dedicated, can long endure. We are met on a great battle-field of that war. We have come to dedicate a portion of that field, as a final resting place for those who here gave their lives that that nation might live. It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this. But, in a larger sense, we can not dedicate – we can not consecrate – we can not hallow – this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract. The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here. It is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us – that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion – that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain – that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom – and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth. "The Gettysburg Address" by Abraham Lincoln on November 19th, 1863.

Memorial Day is one of the most important days we recognize as citizens of the United States of America. This quote by Harry S. Truman helps us understand that it is our duty to reflect on and express our gratitude for the service of those who have fought to protect our rights and freedoms. Many individuals have given their lives to enshrine the daily comforts and feelings of happiness we are able to enjoy, and we should never take this for granted. Originally, this day celebrated the end of the Civil War, but it now acts as a solemn reminder of all that we have fought for as a nation throughout our proud history: freedom, liberty, democracy, and fairness. Pausing regular life to remember the sacrifices of those who came before and celebrating all that we have yet to do as a great nation is one small way to show our understanding of the complex and painful histories we represent as a nation. When so much of the world is experiencing so much grief, we owe it to ourselves to reflect on our own past and all that we have worked together to protect and provide for the citizens of the United States. This Memorial Day, as we enjoy the beginning of summer, let us also solemnly consider our ongoing responsibility to uphold and fight for those values that comprise this beautiful country: freedom, fairness, and equality for all. #memorialday #freedom #equalityforall