Happy 4th!

It's Independence day!

A day to celebrate self-governance and freedom from the systems and structures that inhibit one's ability to shape one's life

A day to celebrate the freedom to live authentically, to express one's thoughts, beliefs, and values

A day to examine our history, celebrate our victories and take action to address the failures of the past

A day to focus on our power to create a country where true independence belongs to all - no matter

• their ability
• their gender
• their gender identity
• their color
• their race
• their religious or spiritual belief
• the way they express themselves
• the way they learn

A day to recognize that our future is only assured if we create a country where all our children have a chance to thrive, to be their most authentic selves, to make their unique contribution.

Here's to true freedom and wishing you and yours a happy 4th!