Quote of the Day — John Paul Jones
September 23, 2022
If fear is cultivated, it will become stronger. If faith is cultivated, it will achieve mastery. — John Paul Jones
1747–1792
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1747–1792
John Paul Jones, born John Paul on July 6, 1747, in Arbigland, Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland, was the most celebrated naval commander of the American Revolution and is widely regarded as the father of the United States Navy. His daring raids on British shipping and coastlines, his refusal to surrender in the face of overwhelming odds, and his immortal declaration, “I have not yet begun to fight,” made him a symbol of American determination and naval prowess that has inspired generations of American sailors and citizens. The son of a gardener on the estate of William Craik, the young John Paul went…
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John Paul Jones’s words on faith overcoming fear anchored the September 23, 2022 broadcast commemorating the 243rd anniversary of his legendary naval victory. Bill Rutledge recounted the four-hour Battle of Flamborough Head that produced the famous “I have not yet begun to fight” declaration, while Rick Turnquist analyzed Michael Shellenberger’s book on how progressive ideology has fueled San Francisco’s homelessness crisis.
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September 23, 2022
Word of the Day
Incentivize
To provide incentives or motivation for a particular behavior or action; to encourage through rewards or benefits.
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Progressive Policies and American Naval Heritage
Rick Turnquist reviews 'San Fransicko' on progressive policy failures while Bill Rutledge commemorates John Paul Jones. September 23, 2022.
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