The call to convene national service leaders and supporters for a summit at Gettysburg may seem odd to some at first thought. But for those that understand the foundation of national service and volunteerism in this country goes back beyond the Serve America Act, the creatiion of AmeriCorps or the creation of the civilian conservation corps or peace corps. It's rooted in our nations fight for freedom and democracy for all it's citizens. It's founded in the sacrifice of thousands who gave their lives to move out country forward and address the most challenging issues we have faced and to build a shared identity as Americans.
I am honored to join my fellow Americans here for the Summit of Gettysburg to not only discuss the big idea of our unfinished business, but to take personal responsibility to make the call for National service a reality for all who hear the call to serve.
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