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In this episode of American Potential, host David W. From sits down with Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs to discuss Operation Hero’s Hill, a program bringing students, businesses, government, and the community together to help homeless veterans. Students from 11 local high schools studying the skilled trades built 20 tiny homes that will provide veterans with safe, stable housing. Along the way, students gained hands-on experience working with industry mentors and developing skills in trades where employers desperately need the next generation of workers. Mayor Jacobs also shares how the community came together to make the project possible, the government barriers they had to overcome, and the additional services veterans will have access to as they move into their new homes. He and David also discuss the growing opportunities in the skilled trades and why programs like this can create a win for students, veterans, businesses, and the entire community.
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Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, American Potential host David W. From sits down with John Byrnes, Strategic Director for Concerned Veterans for America, to remember the day that changed America and reflect on its lasting impact. John was a college student and National Guard soldier in New York City when the attacks began. He recalls hearing the sirens racing toward Lower Manhattan, watching the first tower collapse, and immediately reporting to his armory. By that evening, John and his fellow soldiers were providing security near Ground Zero, where he would spend nearly two weeks alongside police officers, firefighters, and other first responders during the rescue and recovery efforts. John also shares how 9/11 changed the direction of his own life, eventually leading to deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. He and David reflect on the thousands of lives lost, the Americans who answered the call to serve, and the extraordinary unity that swept across the country in the days and weeks following the attacks. Twenty-five years later, John looks back at the lessons of that day, the decisions America made in its aftermath, and why remembering our history remains essential to the country's future.
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In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Emily Seidel, CEO of Americans for Prosperity, live from Philadelphia as the America 250 celebrations begin. Together, they reflect on the founding principles that shaped the nation — self-governance, individual liberty, and the belief that our rights come from our Creator — and why those ideas are still essential 250 years later. As pride in America declines and more people feel the American Dream is out of reach, Emily explains how the One Small Step campaign is working to restore hope and personal agency. From grassroots activism to empowering citizens to take meaningful action in their communities, this conversation explores how everyday Americans can recommit to the values that made the country exceptional — and help shape the next 250 years of freedom.
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In this episode of American Potential, host David W. From sits down with Sadie Howard and Mark Nelson of Hippie Cow Creamery in Cody, Wyoming, to share their unexpected journey from family farm to food freedom advocates. What started as a simple decision to provide healthier food for their family quickly grew into a thriving business—selling raw milk, homemade goods, and popular raw milk lattes under Wyoming’s Food Freedom Act. But their success attracted scrutiny, leading to a surprising visit from a health inspector—one who, as it turns out, should never have been there in the first place. After being told they needed a license that would actually strip them of their legal protections, Sadie and Mark pushed back. With help from advocates and lawmakers, they’re now working to clarify the law and protect food freedom for others across the state. This episode highlights how a small business, a questionable complaint, and government overreach sparked a larger fight for personal choice—and why even something as simple as a latte can become a battle for freedom.
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In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with journalist and Fox News contributor Mary Katharine Ham during America’s 250th celebration in Springfield, Illinois. They discuss the founding principle that our rights come from our Creator—not the government—and how that idea is being challenged in today’s culture, education system, and public policy debates. Mary Katharine shares how raising four children has shaped her view of the American Dream and why preserving freedom for the next generation is more important than ever. The conversation dives into real-life examples of government overreach—from proposed education regulations to everyday “kitchen table” issues—and how those policies can directly impact families. Mary Katharine also explains why getting involved, even in small ways like attending a state hearing or writing a letter, can have a real and lasting impact. They also explore the importance of free speech, strong communities, and teaching the next generation about America’s founding principles—along with why understanding history is key to protecting the future. This episode is a powerful reminder that defending freedom starts at home—and that one small step can make a big difference.
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As 2026 approaches, host David From continues a year-end series with leaders across the Stand Together community—looking back at key wins from the past year and what’s ahead. In this episode, Sandra Benitez, Executive Director of The LIBRE Initiative, explains how LIBRE empowers Hispanic Americans through limited-government principles, grassroots leadership, and policy advocacy in 13 states and in Washington, D.C. Sandra shares how LIBRE helped mobilize Hispanic communities around major federal tax policy—through education, local events, and direct engagement with lawmakers—and why the economy remains the top issue for Hispanic voters. Looking ahead to 2026, Sandra outlines LIBRE’s plans to help celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, expand civics education, and reconnect more Hispanics to the nation’s founding principles. Plus, LIBRE prepares to mark its own milestone—15 years of grassroots impact in Hispanic communities nationwide.
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