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Statement from Matt Schlapp

My message to young people who are so impacted by Charlie Kirk: 

You'd make Charlie awfully proud if you continued fighting. But also if you fought in a way where at the end of the day, you can go have a cup of coffee with someone who you disagree with, and show that there's a humanity to this important endeavor that we're involved in. 

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US Marks 24th Anniversary of 9/11 Terror Attacks

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Preserving America's Freedom: Reflecting on Trump’s Constitution and Citizenship Day

  • Writer: Staff Writer
    Staff Writer
  • Sep 17
  • 2 min read
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"On this very day in 1787, our Founding Fathers signed the Constitution at Independence Hall in Philadelphia. It was the fulfillment of a thousand years of Western civilization. Our Constitution was the product of centuries of tradition, wisdom, and experience."- President Donald Trump at the White House Conference for American History in 2020.


Today, CPAC celebrates Constitution and Citizenship Day, which was inaugurated by President Trump in 2020 to commemorate the lasting influence of the US Constitution and how this invaluable document underscores the rights and duties of US citizenship.


On September 17, 2020, President Donald Trump marked Constitution and Citizenship Day with a powerful reminder of the U.S. Constitution’s enduring role as the bedrock of America. In his proclamation, Trump celebrated the document signed in 1787, calling it a "beacon of freedom" that secures equality under the law and individual liberty. That day, at the White House Conference on American History held at the National Archives, he emphasized the Constitution’s roots in centuries of Western tradition, wisdom, and experience. Trump’s focus was clear: the Constitution is not just a historical artifact but a living framework that demands responsible citizenship to preserve its ideals. His administration highlighted the day as a call to honor the sacrifices of those who defend it—soldiers, statesmen, and everyday Americans alike.


The 2020 commemoration stood out for its emphasis on restoring pride in America’s founding principles amid culture war debates. Trump’s speech underscored the importance of teaching future generations to “love America with all their heart and soul,” framing the Constitution as a sacred inheritance to be protected. By tying the day to a broader defense of American history, he urged citizens to engage deeply with the document’s values—self-government, liberty, and justice.


Five years later, as CPAC reflects on this anniversary, Constitution and Citizenship Day remains a vital moment to recommit to the civic duties that sustain our republic, ensuring the Constitution’s promise endures for generations to come.

 
 
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