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The right to use higher education to learn, grow and thrive was afforded to us by our ancestors' sacrifices. Now, we are being called to safeguard their legacy. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gbi8HTKd.

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History will bear out that one of the most proficient Defense Secretaries to have served the United States was Donald Rumsfeld who served in both the Ford and Bush, Jr. administrations. Seasoned and skilled, he will most be remembered for his memorable press conferences and quick quips associated with such. One of those went like this… “There are known knowns. These are things we know that we know. There are known unknowns. That is to say, there are things that we know we don't know. But there are also unknown unknowns. There are things we don't know we don't know.” The truth of that statement is not only applicable to the national defense sector it is frankly true of life in general. There are things that we know with full certainty and accept as fact without a thought. Things like gravity, the warmth of the sun and the attraction of ice cream. There are also things that we with full certainty know that we do not know. Those are things like the certainty of safety as you climb the first hill of a roller coaster for the first time. However, there are those things that tend to shake us to the core with fear. Those are the things that we don’t even know that we don’t know. Those are the things we lay awake at night straining to contemplate their framework. As we sit poised on the day before we begin a new calendar, looming ahead are 366 unknown unknowns. Allow me to continue in this same direction yet shift to a slightly different lane. When you come to the later chapters of the fifth book of the Bible, Deuteronomy, you join the children of Israel as they are poised to cross over into the land of promise.. a patch of dirt filled with unknown unknowns. Before this move comes to fruition, Moses layers wisdom thickly upon them. Wisdom like the following that would form a firm foundation and path as they navigate the unknown land… ”The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law.“ ‭‭Deuteronomy‬ ‭29‬:‭29‬ Ahead were countless moments of total unknowns. They could rest assured that nothing was unknown to the Lord. Without knowing, they could rest at peace in His presence. As they trusted and followed His guidance they were to speak the stories of each step to their children. In so doing, they would lay deeper and stronger faith foundations for future generations. Dare I even need to write these last phrases. With certainty, your heart led minds are taking you to the precipice of truth to rest upon as together we stand facing our unknown unknowns. The same God who knew what lay ahead of those wanders moving from the desert of dependence into the land of promise stands in the future and beckons us to join Him. He beckons us to trust Him and speak loudly into the ears and hearts of our children so as to deepen their foundations of trust, hope and peace. Trust, obey and step forward with assurance.

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🎆🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July and Happy UK General Election Day! 🇬🇧 Today, as we celebrate the birth of our nation and the freedoms we cherish, and as our friends in the UK exercise their democratic rights, let's reflect on the significance of freedom and the ongoing fight against human trafficking. Human trafficking is a modern-day form of slavery, exploiting vulnerable individuals through force, fraud, or coercion. It's a stark reminder that the fight for freedom is ongoing. Whether in the US, the UK, or anywhere in the world, freedom and democracy must be protected and extended to all. This 4th of July and UK General Election Day, let’s honor the spirit of independence and democracy by committing to actions that help end human trafficking: 🔹 Educate ourselves and others about the signs of trafficking. 🔹 Support organizations working tirelessly to rescue and rehabilitate victims. 🔹 Advocate for stronger laws and policies to combat trafficking. Freedom is not just a right—it's a responsibility. Let's use our voices and resources to ensure that everyone can experience the liberty and justice that define our nations. Happy Independence Day and Election Day! Let's work together to make freedom a reality for all. 🎇🗽🗳️ #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #ElectionDay #FreedomForAll #EndHumanTrafficking #LibertyAndJustice #Democracy

It’s important to consider the consequences of military intervention and the role of arms manufacturers in perpetuating conflict. The prioritization of profit over peace is a concerning trend that needs to be addressed. The manipulation of governments and the exploitation of resources in pursuit of power only serve to further destabilize regions and harm innocent lives. It’s crucial for us to hold our leaders accountable and advocate for peaceful solutions to global conflicts.

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Some terrific testimony here worth reading.