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‘Karen and Jay share thoughts – celebrating Independence Day – and giving thanks to all those who have helped preserve our freedom and shape our great destiny’

July 4th – a time for celebration and remembrance. We celebrate and honor our Founding Fathers – for their courage and their wisdom. Their courage in taking the defiant step of declaring their independence from the most powerful nation on earth. Their wisdom in articulating our founding principles – enshrined in the famous passage: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator and are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” July 4th is a day to reflect on the immense sacrifices that were made so that these words could endure. The patriots who signed the Declaration knew they were risking everything—their fortunes, their families, and their very lives. Yet they pressed on, driven by an unshakable belief in the cause of freedom. We remember their bravery not as a distant legend but as a living example—reminding us that liberty must be defended with resolve and upheld with integrity. We also celebrate the generations who came after them—those who built a nation from fragile beginnings, guided by the vision of a more perfect union. Farmers, tradesmen, soldiers, and statesmen all played their part in shaping a republic rooted in individual rights and shared purpose. Though the road was never easy, each trial strengthened our national character and deepened our commitment to the principles set forth in 1776. And so, on this Independence Day, we gather with family and friends to mark the blessings of freedom. Fireworks will light the sky in tribute to our enduring spirit. Flags will wave in every town and city, a symbol of unity and gratitude. As we celebrate, we also remember that the promise of America is a charge handed down to us—to cherish our liberties, to strive for justice, and to ensure that the truths declared so boldly remain self-evident for generations to come.

This week we are delighted to highlight an entrepreneur who is making a difference in small towns across America, Everett Sands. When Sands founded Lendistry, he didn’t just launch another financial company - he set out to rewrite the rules for who gets a fair shot at success. As CEO of this minority-led small business lender, Sands has opened doors for thousands of entrepreneurs overlooked by traditional banks. His work echoes the belief that America’s promise is for everyone. Headquartered in California but serving communities nationwide, Lendistry has funded more than $9 billion in loans and grants to small businesses and nonprofits that keep Main Street alive. From mom-and-pop shops in rural towns to minority-owned startups in cities, Sands’ mission is clear: help people build wealth, create jobs, and strengthen local economies. Sands knew the obstacles firsthand. Before founding Lendistry, he spent years in banking and saw how old systems failed those who needed help most. He built Lendistry differently - blending modern technology with community education and financial literacy. The result is more than funding; it’s empowerment. When COVID-19 threatened Main Street, Sands and his team stepped in to deliver millions in emergency relief, saving countless local businesses. That same spirit continues today as Lendistry expands access to capital for underserved communities. In Everett Sands’ vision, the founding truth that all men are created equal becomes a mission for the future. By putting capital and trust back into the hands of working Americans, he reminds us that liberty and equality flourish when everyone gets to play their part. Learn more at www.lendistry.com.

Quote of the Week

"Nothing is more certainly written in the book of fate than that these people are to be free." — Thomas Jefferson, Letter to the Marquis de Lafayette, 1821

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