FAV Community,
On this day, I reflected about the struggles of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other civil rights advocates decades ago, realizing how much we have yet to achieve. I recall how even in combat in Iraq, we took time to pause on this day, considering the legacy and our own role furthering it. We compared the sectarian tension in Baghdad and other cities to the racial strife in our own country. Dr. King’s struggle was not just an African American struggle, but one on behalf of all Americans and many others around the world. He helped us inch forward toward the aspirations in our founding documents. I hope that you had time to reflect on the relevance of that struggle, 50 some odd years ago, to our contemporary challenges.
Keep inspiring each other and holding out a hand to your neighbors. During the health and economic crises, turning our attention to others not only brightens their day but brings health benefits to those in service. How appropriate that this day is designated a national day of service. Thank you for being a part of our community and inspiring us to continue on in the march to live up to the ideals of public service and civility.
In honor of Dr. King’s birthday, we take you back a couple of years ago in Philadelphia when we reflected on why our individual voices matter to the contemporary struggles in our country. The speakers represent different generations, ethnicities and perspective, but they all encourage us to live up the FAV motto that “Citizenship is not a Spectator sport.” Enjoy!
Upcoming Dates
January 21, 11:30am – 12:45pm PST join the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce as they sponsor Digital Detox, facilitated by Steve Miska – Register here (https://www.scchamber.com/events/details/digital-detox-educational-lunchinar-12918 )
January 28, noon – 1pm PST FAV Quarterly Members Update & Volunteer Recognition Ceremony – Register here (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYud-CgrjkrEtIou00WYC33f3c2poKSJSoW)
