Fellow Students,

As I write, our country is in a state of economic turmoil and political division with no end in sight. Most of our representatives only concern is keeping their job. And the worst part is that most of Today‘s voters are unknowingly willing to help them. As youth, we are in a position, more vulnerable to losing our liberties and rights than our parents were before us. To sit idle is the ignorant way, to do something about it, that’s the American Way.

Many have lost faith in this country’s political system, however they forget that all political systems are made up of men. We know that “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction”. The people that got us where we are today were either wrong, uniformed, or worse, they sat Idly by and watched. These men and women of the past have failed our country. I have faith in YOU, the young men and women of our country, to take it upon yourself to promote freedom and liberty, and most importantly critical thinking.

American Club doesn’t present one side of any issue. And to say that we present BOTH sides would be completely false. Students today realize the many different political views that exist within our country. Too often things are broken down into Democrat vs Republican, but each of these labels take something from those who bear them. That something is independent thinking. American Club fosters Liberty and Individualism! I’m asking you, for the future of our great nation, to start an American Club at your school. Educate the future leaders and voters of America.

While contemplating you answer, hear the words of Stephen Colbert:

“saying “yes” begins things. Saying “yes” is how things grow. Saying “yes” leads to knowledge. “Yes” is for young people. So for as long as you have the strength to, say “yes’.”

John Heidisch — President and Co-founder of the American Club