Life demands resilience. We must strive with courage and determination toward the ideal of strength — not only for ourselves, but for our nation. To be strong is to believe in your purpose, even when others doubt you. Victory belongs to those who persevere.
Never give up in your work or in your struggles. Even if you fail a thousand times, make the thousand-and-first attempt. Success often comes only after exhaustion, but with it comes the triumphant knowledge that you have overcome — not only the challenge before you, but also your own doubts.
Each of us must prepare for the challenges life will bring. We must train our minds, hearts, and bodies as if one day we will face decisive tests of character. The generations before us — the settlers, pioneers, and builders of this land — understood sacrifice and responsibility. They carved out a new nation at great cost, protecting future generations with their courage and labor.
Today, many young people grow up surrounded by material comforts that earlier generations would never have imagined. Yet abundance can breed softness. A time may come when there is less, when hardship returns, and when strength of spirit will matter more than possessions. We honor our ancestors by refusing to grow complacent, by carrying forward their determination, and by ensuring America remains strong for those yet to come.