What a tremendous beginning to the New Year! We are at a new beginning for our nation – a reset back to our original founding documents as a reminder of who we were meant to be: One Nation Under God. We are to be a people with ethics, integrity, common sense and faith in the Lord to guide us in our decisions and actions. How refreshing, after years of being led by people with a different agenda. National pride is a good thing, balanced with the characteristics I mentioned above.

 President Trump has vision for America and the changes that are necessary, but I want to remind you that although he is now the leader of our nation, he cannot do it alone. We must join together in picking up our responsibilities as citizens who are to be involved in strengthening our nation from the ground up – in our families and our communities. This is the year for electing school board members and local officials. What will your role be? Consider running for a position on a town or city council or board in our community, or perhaps a school board seat. Although many of our current school board members are firm believers in DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) and even “gender affirming care”, people are beginning to realize the harm caused by these influences. Perhaps you could be the start of changing course right here for the sake of our children.

 It could begin now! If you have the courage to try, we as individual members of BHRW will support you, since BHRW as an organization is not allowed to give money to candidates. Whether you run for office, support conservative candidates who are ready to take the plunge, have ideas or vision to build a path for success, or perhaps most importantly, pray for those who want to try, I encourage you to do your part, whatever that may be. America needs you!

 It’s fitting that February’s speaker will share his expert knowledge of the Constitution with us, and remind us of our freedoms and founding principles. Consider attending our Member Lunch on February 20th to hear his interesting presentation. Watch for your invitation in early February and bring a friend with you!

 I look forward to seeing you soon and hearing your thoughts,

Elaine Woods

BHRW President