No, your thread's title isn't any more deserving of attention that anybody else's. Mind your manners.
Posted on 03/25/2025 12:05:31 PM PDT by lightman
On March 25, 1821, fueled by the rallying cry, “Freedom or Death,” Greek revolutionaries began a war for independence against the Ottoman Empire. The hard-fought victory established a sovereign Greek state and a national homeland for Greece. On the 204th anniversary of Greek Independence Day, we honor this heroic fight for freedom, and the enduring democratic ideals that continue to inspire the world.
America is inextricably tied to both ancient and modern Greece. We are tethered by history and tradition, the struggle for self-governance, emancipation, and rebirth. Our Founding Fathers drew inspiration from Greek philosophers and statesmen to form the tenets of our new Republic, now enshrined in our Constitution. Our national character has been shaped, in part, by the indelible impact of Greek influence in the arts and architecture, language and literature, and academia and military tradition. Today, across the United States, generations of Greek Americans infuse our neighborhoods and communities with a rich legacy of cultural traditions, and a heritage of family, faith, hospitality, and civic responsibility.
Greece is one of our Nation’s oldest friends, strategic partners, and a valued NATO ally. We appreciate the support of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in our economic and diplomatic partnership as we forge opportunities for collaboration in key sectors including energy, science, technology, shipping, logistics, and defense. The permanent presence of naval forces in Souda Bay and bilateral training events enhance warfighting capabilities and reflect our mutual commitment to joint military cooperation as a cornerstone of security and stability in Europe.
On this day, we pause to celebrate Hellenic independence, people of Greek heritage worldwide, and the abiding kinship of likeminded nations who cherish democracy, patriotism, prosperity, and peace.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-ninth.
DONALD J. TRUMP
Save Thy people, O Lord,
and bless Thine inheritance.
Grant victory to Thy Church over her enemies,
and protect Thy people by Thy Holy Cross!
Opa!
Boo for George Stephanopoulos Snuffalopagous.
Many Greeks celebrate Greek Independence Day (with parades, feasts, etc.) after Pascha, because March 25th is Annunciation, and is in the midst of Lent.
Ζήτω η Ελλάδα!
| It's great what President Trump has done here. In stirring words, his brief Executive Order educated me on Greece's independence and reminded me of the pioneer role ancient Greece played in delivering self-governance by We the People. I was especially pleased our President emphasized the word Republic! Thanks again, lightman, for illuminating this key passage in the Executive Order:
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Executive Order excerpt: “America is inextricably tied to both ancient and modern Greece. We are tethered by history and tradition, the struggle for self-governance, emancipation, and rebirth. Our Founding Fathers drew inspiration from Greek philosophers and statesmen to form the tenets of our new Republic, now enshrined in our Constitution.”
Very uplifting.
No, your thread's title isn't any more deserving of attention that anybody else's. Mind your manners.
FR protocol is that the title of a thread be posted without editing or alteration.
The White House press release title was in all caps.
Just following orders!
| Thanks, Liz. One of the things President Trump does so well is mingle with We the People of America... and all cultures of the World! It was evident in the 20 minute video Fox News posted on the Greek Independence Day event at the White House. Nobody in the World does this as well as President Donald J. Trump -- and there are a few charismatic leaders out there like India's Narendra Modi. Plenty of national leaders are empty suits: Macron of France, Trudeau of Canada, to cite a couple examples. The difference is that President Trump has cultivated relationships with people of all walks of life and cultures throughout his business, television (the Apprentice) and political careers. And we as Americans are supremely blessed to have such a person revitalizing and energizing our Nation. |
It would have been good if Grrece had won the 1920 war and kept Smyrna
Thanks pundit...
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