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September 2020

Our Better Angels
By Larry Brasher,
Chapter President
In his first inaugural address Abraham Lincoln appealed to the nation to step back from the brink of a calamitous civil war.  

“We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection. The mystic chords of memory will swell when again touched, as surely they will be, by the better angels of our nature.”

One of the historical virtues of the American saga is the ability to harness the initiative of a free people to overcome adversity in whatever form.  

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Spirit of America Updates
By Emilie Harris
Students on the March 2020 trip at Valley Forge

Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, there has been tremendous change in our country as the lives of many Americans have been impacted one way or another. As people have adapted to the virtual world and social distancing, the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge has also developed new plans for the future. 

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Service Learning with COVID-19
By Sidney Fife

This fall, schools and extracurriculars are starting up again with innovative changes. The Sacramento Chapter’s Service Learning committee, run by Ian Matthews and Rebecca Hanson, has been working very hard to get ready for the new school year. They have adjusted to limitations and are in the process of organizing virtual service clubs. 

Even though these clubs are unable to meet in person, they will continue to serve their schools and towns. 

 

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FFVF Staff Highlight
By Emilie Harris
Mayar Amin, Student Director

Our mission here at the Sacramento chapter could not be carried out if not for the commitment and time our wonderful staff has dedicated to our cause. Our message here at FFVF has reached thousands of people through their enthusiasm, patriotism, and hard work. One of our student directors, Mayar Amin, is an amazing member of our team at the Foundation.

“Being a part of the FFVF staff has allowed me to take on a bigger role in my community,” Amin said. 

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The U.S. Constitution and the Article V Amendment Process
Dr. Andrew Carico, Associate Professor and Chair for the Public Policy at William Jessup University
Dr. Darren Guerra, Associate Professor of Political Science at Biola University
While it pains us to postpone the Mock Article V Convention of States, we choose to focus on the opportunities a later date has afforded us. This Constitution Day, September 17th, students will be able to enjoy a special lecture discussing Article V and the amendment process. This 45 minute presentation featuring Dr. Darren Guerra from Biola University and Dr. Andrew Carico from William Jessup University, as well as students from WJU and local high schools is produced by the William Jessup University Public Policy Department and Sacramento Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge. It will be made available to schools throughout the Sacramento Area. We are grateful to have Dr. Andrew Carico and Dr. Darren Guerra lend their knowledge to students during this in-depth presentation. We see this as an amazing opportunity for student learning. 
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Oct. 9 Golf Tournament Update!

Morgan Creek Golf Club will host the annual Freedoms Foundation Golf Tournament Friday morning, Oct. 9.  The tournament had to be rescheduled for the second time this week due to course cancellations.  Golf Tournament Chairman Gary Johnson commented, “We are excited to move our tournament to Morgan Creek.  My experience there with other tournaments has been great!”

 

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Please Consider Supporting Us!

In this time of national crisis arising from the COVID-19 pandemic many individuals and organizations are experiencing unprecedented conditions.  In order to comply with the restrictions placed on social interaction we have postponed our annual golf tournament. This postponement of our major fund-raising event of the year has put us in need of additional funding.  Please consider making a donation to support us in our mission. Thank you.
 
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Student Published Newsletter 
 
This Newsletter was made with the help and participation of several students who attended the Spirit of America program recently and now are a part of the Sacramento chapter of Freedoms Foundation's Newsletter committee. 
The Students who contributed content include: Sree Sowmya Gudapati, Sidney Fife, and Emilie Harris. We thank you for reading and look forward to providing you with more quality articles in the future!
- David Zeibert and Joy Malak
Chief Editors
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