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Dear Brothers and Sisters:
Once again we as Americans are reminded of the evil that lurks in the minds of some. Whatever caused this young Muslim man, Omar Marteen, to be radicalized to the point that he chose to take the lives of innocent fellow Americans must be a topic of concern for us all in the future. Although we may not agree with the lifestyles lived by others, we as Junior‘s must affirm the rights of all citizens to live and conduct their lives as they see fit. Upon becoming a member of our organization, we affirm our belief in a Supreme Being and we know that only God will judge us all when our time on earth has ended. Loving one another is needed throughout our world. I ask that each of you to pray for the victims and their families in Orlando, Florida. May God give them the strength to bear the unbearable. Yours in Virtue, Liberty & Patriotism, Dennis R. Everett National Councilor
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Dear Brothers and Sisters:
Once again we as a nation face the ramifications of a tragic week for so many families. I am at a loss as to how to express our sorrow to all. All lives matter and as the children’s song reminds us Jesus loves all the children, red, yellow, black and white. Communication, caring, listening and helping each other is needed throughout our nation and the world. Love is the answer and we need to be kind and truly treat one another as we want to be treated. I am reminded of the loving, caring environment we provide for all at our American Children’s home which is an excellent example for us all to follow in our own communities. Our hearts are heavy with the recent tragedies and I ask each to pray for those who are suffering loss, pray for our nation and most of all pray for peace and understanding for all. Yours in V., L., & P., Dennis R. Everett National Councilor Dear Brothers and Sisters:
Our Junior Order United American Mechanics is a fraternal organization for men and women was founded on Virtue, Liberty and Patriotism. We have always been proud, respectful and deeply devoted to displaying and saluting our American flag, proudly saying the Pledge of Allegiance, standing for our National anthem and very thankful for all the men and women who have fought to keep our nation free. We never want to forget the lives lost, black, white, red or yellow, in defense of our country. The recent act of not showing the proper respect for our anthem and flag at events is very disconcerting. We, as Juniors, must defend the American flag and what it stands for by honoring our patriotic creed and standing up against those who do not. Using the anthem and our flag disrespectfully to speak out against racial injustice is a moot point. Let’s encourage those who would sit during the playing of our National anthem to channel their efforts and resources to change what they feel are racial injustices. To begin this change, they might start with those youngsters who look up to them. Speaking and showing them how great our country is, talking with them about what is good as well as what is not would provide a starting point for making the changes necessary for a better America. Embracing change is a hard task but it must be done with respect for all. Changes that strengthen and benefit all must be given an opportunity to mature. Yes, we need to correct an injustice when it is identified and we need to do it by working together but we also need to look for a solution that promotes growth that will solidify America’s greatness for the future. We need to use this opportunity to let our neighbors, co-workers and strangers know about the Junior Order and its strong belief in Liberty and Patriotism. I ask that each of you, as a Junior and as an American, speak out about the proper respect for our national anthem and our flag. Yours in Virtue, Liberty & Patriotism Dennis R. Everett National Councilor |
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