By Doni Glover, Publisher
(BALTIMORE – November 10, 2024) – A thought-provoking question came my way on Wednesday. Like millions of Americans, I wrestled with disappointment about our country’s direction. Concerned about the future my three grandchildren will inherit, I’m left praying for the path ahead.
A dear friend and mentor asked me, “Are you a patriot?” Though rarely at a loss for words, I paused. I’ve never doubted my love for this country or my willingness to defend it, but I’d never been asked outright. By definition, a patriot is someone who “vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors.” Reflecting on this, I realized that now is a time not to withdraw but to step up.
This is a moment for leaders to lead—to rise above. We need to highlight and encourage paths that build the future, like Dr. Tyrone Taborn’s work with STEM, which fosters future engineers and military personnel, and attention to economic opportunities as seen in the recent post-election stock market gains. Regardless of the political landscape, we need to be victors, not victims.
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