This year’s Fourth of July marks the 247th anniversary of the formal adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress. An extraordinary document, the preamble sought to unite a disparate group of colonists around a common vision of equality for all mankind based on a set of unalienable rights, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. May we each reflect on our nation’s history this Independence Day, celebrate our progress, and choose daily to contribute to a more perfect America.  Happy Birthday, America.
I joined Stanford’s Stand with Israel community vigil to show support and pray for those affected. Like most of the civilized world, I was shocked and horrified by the brutal terrorist attack from Hamas on Israel. This is an unprecedented and barbaric attack on innocent civilians, including Americans. Any group that would employ such tactics cannot be considered a legitimate representative of any cause, most especially that of the Palestinian people. These are terrorists and their acts must be forcefully condemned by decent people everywhere.
Dianne Feinstein will always be remembered as an extraordinary and influential figure in American political history. She was principled and dedicated. I was grateful to her for stepping across the aisle and introducing me to the Senate in my confirmation process for Secretary of State in 2005. She was also a good friend. Rest in Peace. Dianne, after a life well lived.
Yesterday was the 60th anniversary of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in my hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. I found myself in a moment of personal reflection, thinking about that day and its significance to me and to our nation. As a child, Birmingham had always felt safe within the cocoon created by our tight knit community. On September 15, 1963, a beloved icon in our neighborhood, the 16th Street Baptist Church, was bombed. Along with Carole Robertson, Addie Mae Collins, and Cynthia Wesley, my childhood friend Denise McNair, was killed – she was only 11 years old. Here is a photo of her receiving her kindergarten certificate from my father. For the McNair family, and for so many more, I want to take this time to reflect on where we were in those days, the challenges still before us, and most importantly, how far we have come. America is always striving to be what we profess to be – and we are all part of working toward a more perfect union. *photo courtesy of Chris McNair
Today we remember the brave men and women who gave their lives to defend us at the frontlines of freedom. May their families find comfort in the prayers of a grateful nation. And may God grant eternal rest to those who have been lost.
Henry Kissinger was a towering world figure, a strategic thinker and easily one of the most influential Secretaries of State in American history. Having just traveled to China this past July, Henry never stopped learning, never stopped thinking and never stopped looking for answers to the world’s hard problems. I first encountered him as a graduate student and could never have imagined that one day he would become a colleague, a trusted advisor, a confidant, and most of all, a very dear friend. Henry, your influence shaped the world we live in. Your work here is done. Rest in Peace.
The great Jim Brown passed away today. My first memories of watching football with my father are of watching the explosive, powerful Cleveland running back. It was as if no one could stop him — and most of the time — no one did. Many years later, I met and got to know him. This time it was in relationship to his work on behalf of underserved communities in the Los Angeles and Cleveland areas. He brought the same determination and commitment to that work that he did to his football career. Jim Brown will be missed but never forgotten. He has left a huge imprint on America’s favorite game — and on American democracy. Rest in Peace.
Go @StanfordWGolf! The Stanford Intercollegiate is one of my favorite events each year, and this year’s tournament is extra special, dedicated to Cal’s Head Coach Nancy McDaniel for breast cancer research. If you’d like to join us in support, please visit https://app.99pledges.com/fund/PlayforHer/stanford-womens-golf
Go @StanfordWGolf! The Stanford Intercollegiate is one of my favorite events each year, and this year’s tournament is extra special, dedicated to Cal’s Head Coach Nancy McDaniel for breast cancer research. If you’d like to join us in support, please visit https://app.99pledges.com/fund/PlayforHer/stanford-womens-golf
Go @StanfordWGolf! The Stanford Intercollegiate is one of my favorite events each year, and this year’s tournament is extra special, dedicated to Cal’s Head Coach Nancy McDaniel for breast cancer research. If you’d like to join us in support, please visit https://app.99pledges.com/fund/PlayforHer/stanford-womens-golf
Go @StanfordWGolf! The Stanford Intercollegiate is one of my favorite events each year, and this year’s tournament is extra special, dedicated to Cal’s Head Coach Nancy McDaniel for breast cancer research. If you’d like to join us in support, please visit https://app.99pledges.com/fund/PlayforHer/stanford-womens-golf
Go @StanfordWGolf! The Stanford Intercollegiate is one of my favorite events each year, and this year’s tournament is extra special, dedicated to Cal’s Head Coach Nancy McDaniel for breast cancer research. If you’d like to join us in support, please visit https://app.99pledges.com/fund/PlayforHer/stanford-womens-golf
Go @StanfordWGolf! The Stanford Intercollegiate is one of my favorite events each year, and this year’s tournament is extra special, dedicated to Cal’s Head Coach Nancy McDaniel for breast cancer research. If you’d like to join us in support, please visit https://app.99pledges.com/fund/PlayforHer/stanford-womens-golf
It was an honor to receive the George H.W. Bush Points of Light Award. President Bush was the epitome of a public servant and lit a path for so many others. Thank you to @pointsoflight for continuing his work today.
Remembering today the legacy left by the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, Sandra Day O’Connor. She was a Stanford University alumna and spent her post-court years advocating for civics education for all Americans — particularly youth. She was an important trailblazer in the American story and a friend. Rest in Peace.
Today we hold in our hearts the memory of those lost 22 years ago and our country’s capacity to come together as a nation. It was an honor to join so many including Governor Polis, Mayor Johnston, Admiral James Stavridis, and Peter Bergen for ‘Colorado Remembers 9/11,’ reflecting on that day which would change our nation forever and discussing current national security issues. 🇺🇸
Today we hold in our hearts the memory of those lost 22 years ago and our country’s capacity to come together as a nation. It was an honor to join so many including Governor Polis, Mayor Johnston, Admiral James Stavridis, and Peter Bergen for ‘Colorado Remembers 9/11,’ reflecting on that day which would change our nation forever and discussing current national security issues. 🇺🇸
Today we hold in our hearts the memory of those lost 22 years ago and our country’s capacity to come together as a nation. It was an honor to join so many including Governor Polis, Mayor Johnston, Admiral James Stavridis, and Peter Bergen for ‘Colorado Remembers 9/11,’ reflecting on that day which would change our nation forever and discussing current national security issues. 🇺🇸
Today we hold in our hearts the memory of those lost 22 years ago and our country’s capacity to come together as a nation. It was an honor to join so many including Governor Polis, Mayor Johnston, Admiral James Stavridis, and Peter Bergen for ‘Colorado Remembers 9/11,’ reflecting on that day which would change our nation forever and discussing current national security issues. 🇺🇸
Visiting the Denver Broncos Boys & Girls club to discuss democracy, leadership and goal setting with our future generations was a highlight of my recent trip to Colorado. Thank you @denverbroncosbgc for all you do to help our youth succeed in school, foster creativity, develop citizenship, and live healthy lives.
Visiting the Denver Broncos Boys & Girls club to discuss democracy, leadership and goal setting with our future generations was a highlight of my recent trip to Colorado. Thank you @denverbroncosbgc for all you do to help our youth succeed in school, foster creativity, develop citizenship, and live healthy lives.
Visiting the Denver Broncos Boys & Girls club to discuss democracy, leadership and goal setting with our future generations was a highlight of my recent trip to Colorado. Thank you @denverbroncosbgc for all you do to help our youth succeed in school, foster creativity, develop citizenship, and live healthy lives.
It was an honor to host leaders of the Five Eyes intelligence partnership — FBI Director Christopher Wray and our allies in the U.K., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand — this week at Hoover for a special and historic moment, the first-ever joint public appearance.
It was special to be joined by Andrew Luck on Uncommon Knowledge to discuss changes in college sports and the importance of education. Our conversation at the link in bio.
