Remembrance is not only about the past. It’s also about the values we carry forward: what we choose to see, what we decide to question, and how we recognize our place in the larger American story.
Liberals always seem surprised when patriotism is popular and liberty is loved. Faith, family and freedom will always be themes that red-blooded everyday folks will pay good money to enjoy.
The inauguration of the 47th president, Donald J. Trump, was more than just a ceremonial transition of power. It was a powerful reminder of what makes this country great: a love for freedom, a belief in American exceptionalism, and a renewed sense of patriotism.
For too many years, we’ve lost the joy, wrapped in the clutter of serious life with the inability to remember who we really are as a nation. It’s as if America forgot itself.
It’s an understatement to say there has been some unnecessary rioting going on around several college campuses lately.
There is no greater time than now to restore patriotism among Alabama’s youth and hopefully change our state and nation for the better for years to come.

The future of our country and our state depend on what we do at home as a family, both through the history shared and the lessons taught.