There’s a phrase I return to often—borrowed from Shakespeare and echoed across generations: “What’s past is prologue.” (Shakespeare, n.d.) In education, in leadership, and in the life of a nation, this truth holds firm. We are not untethered from history. We are shaped by it, summoned by it, and—if we’re wise—guided by it. As an … Continue reading The Past Is Prologue: Leadership, Legacy, and the Call to Civic Renewal
Informed Patriotism: Loving a Country by Knowing It
Informed Patriotism: Loving a Country by Knowing It Patriotism is not a relic, nor is it blind sentiment. It is a clear-eyed conviction that America — for all her imperfections — has been the single greatest force for liberty, opportunity, and human dignity the world has ever known. Some reduce patriotism to a flag waved … Continue reading Informed Patriotism: Loving a Country by Knowing It
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