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** Your Money
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On May 17, 1981, President Ronald Reagan delivered the commencement address at the University of Notre Dame. In one memorable passage, he said:
“This Nation was born when a band of men, the Founding Fathers, a group so unique we've never seen their like since, rose to such selfless heights. Lawyers, tradesmen, merchants, farmers – fifty-six men achieved security and standing in life but valued freedom more. They pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor. Sixteen of them gave their lives. Most gave their fortunes. All preserved their sacred honor.
“They gave us more than a nation. They brought to all mankind for the first time the concept that man was born free, that each of us has inalienable rights, ours by the grace of God, and that government was created by us for our convenience, having only the powers that we choose to give it. This is the heritage that you're about to claim as you come out to join the society made up of those who have preceded you by a few years, or some of us by a great many.
“This experiment in man's relation to man is a few years into its third century. Saying that may make it sound quite old. But let's look at it from another viewpoint or perspective. A few years ago, someone figured out that if you could condense the entire history of life on Earth into a motion picture that would run for 24 hours a day, 365 days – maybe on leap years we could have an intermission – this idea that is the United States wouldn't appear on the screen until 3.5 seconds before midnight on December 31st. And in those 3.5 seconds, not only would a new concept of society come into being, a golden hope for all mankind, but more than half the activity, economic activity in world history, would take place on this continent. Free to express their genius, individual Americans, men and women, in 3.5 seconds, would perform such miracles of invention, construction, and production as the world had never seen.”
America has shown that free people not only shape their own history—they shape it on their own terms. As we celebrate this 4th of July, let’s pause to recognize how fortunate we are to live in a nation where the fire of invention still burns brightly, where change—though often messy—is still possible, and where the promise of the future remains strong. May we continue to honor those who came before us by striving to uphold the ideals that have made this country a beacon of hope and freedom for the world.
President Reagan's Source of all Strength Speech, 1981 (https://youtu.be/P0EDIQ5uEEo?si=I17_mRdK4HTz7A-_)
nod to Brian Wesbury and Robert Stein for sharing the passage
source: The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
** Your Life
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Want to keep your mind sharp as you age? This Duke Today article shares three simple but powerful habits that support brain health: staying socially connected, challenging your brain with new skills, and making movement a daily priority. Backed by research, these tips can help maintain cognitive function and boost overall well-being—no matter your age. A little intention each day goes a long way!
3 Habits to Keep Your Brain Young at Any Age (https://today.duke.edu/2025/04/3-habits-keep-your-brain-young-any-age?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Brain%20Health&utm_campaign=WatDukeEmma)
by Stephen Schramm
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danheth/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalynn-harvey-heth-mpa-ceps-3a3aa3191/
** Complexity Simplified
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When temperatures rise, a little creativity can go a long way in keeping cool. This Forbes article shares 20 smart strategies—from staying hydrated and wearing loose clothing to DIY cooling hacks like chilled washcloths and fans with ice packs. Whether you’re braving a heat wave or just trying to stay comfy outdoors, these tips can help you keep your cool all summer long.
How To Beat The Summer Heat: Here Are 20 Ways To Stay Cool (https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2024/07/13/how-to-beat-the-summer-heat-here-are-20-ways-to-stay-cool/)
by Bruce Y. Lee
** Trivia
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Last week's answer: Rosh Hashanah
This week's question: What book starts with the line “Call me Ishmael.”?
https://youtu.be/976b8TPPFJU?si=Lg9FTY57kJAK4pNm
** Back in 1993, this song reached #1
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