January 20, 2021, what a marvelous, happy day: the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Over 180 years ago French visitor Alexis de Tocqueville wrote, "America is great because America is good." Over the past three months we have seen that that America still exists, that there is a chance for renewal, that honesty, decency, compassion, competence and inclusion are valued by most of us, and that there is reason for hope. Our better angels have indeed prevailed this day, and I am filled with gratitude.
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Joint Chiefs Affirm Commitment to Constitution
Today the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the entire US military issued an extraordinary message to all members of the armed forces. It reminded all in uniform of that they took an oath to the Constitution and will obey only lawful orders. They stated that all citizens have the right to freedom of speech and assembly, but that the insurrectionary riot and invasion of the Capitol that took place on January 6 was a direct assault on the Constitution and democratic government. They affirmed our democratic processes and stated firmly that Joe Biden will be inaugurated on January 20. They closed with an admonition to all personnel to "stay ready" and "remain focused on the mission."
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