veteran, entrepreneur asks bethune-bowman students to live up to values that made military, nation strong
Times & DemocratNov 12, 2018
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Murphy was the keynote speaker at the school's Veteran's Day Program held in the
He said the service of the nation's veterans have helped form the bedrock of the country's values and security, noting there were 26.3 million living military veterans in the
"The price (of freedom) is not yet paid in full," Murphy said, adding that the thousands of service members all around the world protecting America were still on the job.
"We made a commitment to our nation ... . They will be there when we're sleeping tonight," he said, listing loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, love of country, integrity and personal courage among the values that everyone should live by whether they are military service members or not.
"These are the values that made our military and our nation strong. I challenge each of you to live up to these values ... . You can start right now," Murphy said.
He added, "God didn't put us here for us. God put us here for others ... . Let us not forget in years to come that freedom is not free."
Murphy's military awards include the Legion of
He said the students could serve by expanding their education after high school whether it be through a college or university, or a trade school to become a skilled professional.
"It's important to understand your purpose," and at the same time, reflect upon the sacrifices and commitments of veterans who have helped make freedom possible, Murphy said.
"Freedom doesn't just happen," he said.
Murphy was presented a certificate of appreciation at the ceremony, which also included the recognition of two African-American Medal of Honor recipients.
Also remembered was 1st Lt.
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"I just want them to understand the importance that African-Americans played in all our conflicts. Having
"I hope they take away a lot of values that he talked about, including leadership, duty, honor, respect, take those things back and make them a part of their lives to help them be successful as they go through high school, college and on."
"I feel like he was speaking the truth because you can serve your country whether you're in the military or not," she said. "You're still supposed to do the right thing."
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