Posted on Apr 26, 2016
Pete Hegseth here for a live Q&A on 4/28. What questions do you have for me?
50.9K
704
195
72
72
0
From RP Staff:
We're honored to welcome Fox News Contributor MAJ Pete Hegseth to RallyPoint on 4/28 at 4:00pm EST for a live Q&A! MAJ Hegseth will be joining us to discuss American citizenship at home, and lessons we should learn from Teddy Roosevelt's "Citizenship in a Republic" speech. Post your questions below!
Learn more about "In The Arena: Good Citizens, a Great Republic, and How One Speech Can Reinvigorate America" here-----> http://rly.pt/In_The_Arena
From MAJ Hegseth:
FOX News contributor and decorated war veteran PETE HEGSETH delivers a vigorous call-to-arms to reignite American citizenship at home and restore American power abroad, using the timeless truths of Teddy Roosevelt’s iconic “Citizenship in a Republic” speech in IN THE ARENA.
Pete Hegseth resurrects Roosevelt’s famous address—best known for the Man in the Arena quote—as a roadmap for addressing the massive challenges facing America today. In order to rejuvenate what makes America exceptional, we must unapologetically get back into Roosevelt’s arena—as engaged good citizens at home and powerful good patriots in the world.
We're honored to welcome Fox News Contributor MAJ Pete Hegseth to RallyPoint on 4/28 at 4:00pm EST for a live Q&A! MAJ Hegseth will be joining us to discuss American citizenship at home, and lessons we should learn from Teddy Roosevelt's "Citizenship in a Republic" speech. Post your questions below!
Learn more about "In The Arena: Good Citizens, a Great Republic, and How One Speech Can Reinvigorate America" here-----> http://rly.pt/In_The_Arena
From MAJ Hegseth:
FOX News contributor and decorated war veteran PETE HEGSETH delivers a vigorous call-to-arms to reignite American citizenship at home and restore American power abroad, using the timeless truths of Teddy Roosevelt’s iconic “Citizenship in a Republic” speech in IN THE ARENA.
Pete Hegseth resurrects Roosevelt’s famous address—best known for the Man in the Arena quote—as a roadmap for addressing the massive challenges facing America today. In order to rejuvenate what makes America exceptional, we must unapologetically get back into Roosevelt’s arena—as engaged good citizens at home and powerful good patriots in the world.
Author
Citizenship
American History
Leadership
Q&A
Posted >1 y ago
Responses: 64
32
32
0
MAJ (Join to see)
President Roosevelt identified more than a 100 years ago the danger of man's self centered nature leading us down a path where the citizen was more conscious of their rights than of their duties and how we are blind to our own shortcomings, especially in this matter.
Many today, do not even understand that this Nation is still a republic and most do not even understand what this means or why it is important? How do we of the New World return our citizens to an understanding of the vital role of 'citizenship' and its vital role in governing by for and of the people. In short, how do we return power to 'We the People' before it is too late, or have we already crossed that threshold?
President Roosevelt identified more than a 100 years ago the danger of man's self centered nature leading us down a path where the citizen was more conscious of their rights than of their duties and how we are blind to our own shortcomings, especially in this matter.
Many today, do not even understand that this Nation is still a republic and most do not even understand what this means or why it is important? How do we of the New World return our citizens to an understanding of the vital role of 'citizenship' and its vital role in governing by for and of the people. In short, how do we return power to 'We the People' before it is too late, or have we already crossed that threshold?
(32)
(0)
Maj Joan Marine
Lt Col Patrick Howard - Not too late yet...you are still above the grass. I won't leave my Country in this mess!
(5)
(0)
SSgt Robert Simonds
If it is again taught the Constitution Bill of rights, is taught again in schools . With the starting of school boards and PTA again and keep Gov out. I believe it will come back
(0)
(0)
27
27
0
Simply, Sir, being a citizen to me means just working hard and paying your taxes and trying to raise a good family. I know not all can Serve in the Armed Forces and even fewer of us have fought, but citizenship to me is a privilege and should be cherished and honored. People who burn our flag and show up with signs I consider disgraceful at funerals of our KIAs disgust me. I know Free Speech isn't for just the stuff I agree with. Probably gonna rub someone wrong with that. I just LOVE those old bikers (many vets I'm sure) who get between the families at the funerals and that Westboro crowd. I got a little off topic, but I think citizenship is hopefully for all who want to do right, love our country, cherish the freedoms we have and support out military, Government& authorities (when they are right) and are willing to take part and try to fix things when things are not right. My military life is over now, but I still love they folks who serve and I miss my friends. Good topic, MAJ (Join to see) and look forward to the other answers. Blessings to you and your family and thanks for keeping us free.
(27)
(0)
PO1 (Join to see)
SSG Buddy Kemper - I agree with you. Military members should not be allowed to participate in these events. The Patriot Riders are a hell of an organization. Thank you for your service as well!
(5)
(0)
MAJ (Join to see)
PO1 (Join to see) - Great point Josh. Dictatorships don't require citizens at all. Republics REQUIRE patriotic, informed, and engaged citizens. Not in the sense of protesting...but in the every day virtues that keep us free: working, raising kids, strong families, faith, patriotism, courage....and the willingness to fight -- to fight against those who would seek to take away our freedoms, large and small
(6)
(0)
MAJ (Join to see)
SSG Kemper, thank you for your service and passion are appreciated. The flag-burners and Westboro people disgust me as well. They have no idea how special America is...and that in almost any other country (save for some others in the West) they would be imprisoned, or worse, for speaking out. Killed in many places, especially dictatorships and countries controlled by Islamists. I'm torn on banning flag burning--I personally hate it, and would confront someone I saw burning the flag in front of me. But, at the same time, the Left -- especially on college campuses -- is undermining free speech to dramatically, that I don't like any erosions on speech. From safe spaces to speech codes to trigger warnings, we are exposing our youth less and less to speech (and views) that make them uncomfortable. Teddy Roosevelt talks about this in his 1910 speech that my book is based on. In short, he says that Republics are only free when vigorous speech is tolerated on both sides, without attempts to shut others down. That is true tolerance, not the phony stuff the Left peddles on campus and in the PC-media. Bottom line: we wore the uniform, in part, so that American citizens--including ass-clowns who burn the flag--could enjoy freedom and peace. They take it for granted, we don't -- and hence why we need to stay "in the arena"
(7)
(0)
SSG Buddy Kemper
MAJ (Join to see) - Thanks for your time, Sir. I look forward to you always on Fox News. I must say we really need more like you in The U.S. House and Senate. I hope you might consider it at some point. Blessings to you and your continued service and have a great weekend!
(6)
(0)
18
18
0
Major. Hegseth: My question is this recently I read and article on a Marine and Soldier of Mexican descent one served in the Iraqi war one served in the Vietnam war, after they served this country in the military, they were not given citizenship status and taken down to a border town in Texas by a bus and told to run for you life, although they were allowed back in to use the VAMC, but all medications would have to be mailed to Mexico, for them. My feelings are if you served in war in this country, and want to live here that status should be granted.
(18)
(0)
Sgt Mike Sarris
Agree 100%, if you are willing to write that blank check, then when you have served your time, whether in Combat or not, you should be granted citizenship. None of us knew when we enlisted (Or re-enlisted) if we would end up in combat, or if we would be asked to make the ultimate sacrifice. The least our Government can do if a man or woman signs on that dotted line, is reward them with full citizenship. They gambled their life for this country, that speaks volumes to me about the character of the person, and God knows we need more people of strong moral character in this country today.
(10)
(0)
LTC (Join to see)
Sgt Mike Sarris - I witnessed a hisapanic of Mexican heritage fast-tracked to citizenship. He and I went to Salt Lake City. We were doing physical security of Dugway Proving Ground and we were active duty on title 32. I think one of the Mexicans who got years after serving was busted for drugs and deported. Sadly.
(5)
(0)
MAJ Hugh Blanchard
I agree that anyone serving honorably in the U.S. military, especially in war time, should have a legal path to citizenship.
(13)
(0)
MAJ (Join to see)
I agree LCpl James Robertson! The best "pathway to citizenship" I can think of is serving our country in the military. If you are willing to fight, and die, for this nation--you have shown me what I need to know about you. Moreover, the interpreters that I served with in Iraq and Afghanistan should also be given a fast-track to citizenship, if they qualify. Not all of them--but the ones who were with us in the thick of it, who truly committed to the mission and then came to the states--should have the opportunity to, eventually, become citizens. I have worked on behalf of many, and am helping a close Iraqi ally to get to the U.S....still too tough of a process.
(13)
(0)
Read This Next
Continue with Facebook 
Continue with Google