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I believe faith has always played a larger role in American life than many modern narratives suggest. In much of the country—especially rural, Southern, and family-centered communities—weekly church participation has consistently rivaled or exceeded nightlife culture. Churches have long served not only as places of worship, but as schools, youth centers, and hubs of community care. Faith has been mainstream, not fringe. History supports this. Early Protestant settlers, particularly the Puritans, rejected Christmas celebrations outright, viewing them as unbiblical and rooted more in tradition than Scripture. For generations, December 25 was treated as a normal civic workday, and it did not become a federal holiday until 1870—nearly a century after the nation’s founding. Even during World War II, celebrations were restrained by rationing, blackouts, and sacrifice. The highly commercialized Christmas culture we know today largely emerged after the war, shaped by economic expansion and mass media. The irony is striking: Christmas—never commanded in Scripture and once opposed by early Protestants—now shuts down government and commerce nationwide, while Easter, the cornerstone of Christian faith, was never granted federal holiday status. From an inside-out perspective, this challenges me to examine what truly shapes our communities. I believe lasting civic strength comes not from cultural customs or seasonal mandates, but from inward spiritual conviction lived outward through service, discipline, and love. When faith is rooted internally, it naturally expresses itself in healthier families, stronger communities, and a more grounded public life.

Some theories proposed in the first half of the 20th century treat public opinion as a welling up from the bottom levels of society to the top, ensuring a two-way flow of communication between representatives and the represented. This “populist” approach acknowledges the tendency of public opinion to shift as individuals interact with each other or respond to media influences. It has been opposed by theories of the “elitist” or social constructionist category, which emphasize the manipulative aspects of communication and recognize the multiplicity of perspectives that tend to form around any issue.

🇺🇸 We Will Never Forget – Citrus County Remembers 9/11 Paul M. Grogan – Candidate for Citrus County Commissioner, District 5 A Message from Paul Grogan My heart ❤️ goes out to the faith-based families who have lost loved ones while serving others and working to bring about a spiritual awakening in our nation. Their sacrifice is a reminder that our freedoms—including free speech and the right to live out our faith—must always be defended. On September 11, 2001, those who attacked us wanted to silence America. Instead, they awakened the giant within. Here in Citrus County, we gather each year at Liberty Park in Inverness and other community spaces to honor the fallen, support our first responders, and remind one another that freedom will always prevail. Florida Law: 📜 “September 11th shall be observed in Florida public schools and institutions with a moment of silence to honor the victims and heroes of that day.” — Florida Statute §1003.44 Citrus County Ordinances: ⚖️ Chapter 18 of the Citrus County Code empowers our community to prepare for disasters, strengthen public safety, and support volunteer service. These are tools we can use to build resilience and honor the legacy of those who gave all. America’s Strength Even as immigration policies tightened after 9/11, the long-term trend shows that immigration grew. This demonstrates that we are not afraid—and that America remains a beacon of freedom and opportunity for the world. Our Local Commitment Citrus County recognizes 9/11 as not only a national day of remembrance but a local call to action. Together, we will never forget, and we will never stop moving forward—rooted in faith, united in purpose, and committed to a stronger, safer, freer Citrus County. Paul M. Grogan Candidate for Citrus County Commissioner – District 5 📍 Citrus County, Florida 📧 PaulMGrogan@gmail.com | 🌐 http://www.PaulMGrogan.com Follow: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | @PaulMGrogan

Paul M. Grogan – Candidate for Citrus County Commissioner I am committed to making Citrus County the best it has ever been. Rural communities like ours face very real challenges, and too often, they cost lives. As your commissioner, I will address the 25 leading causes of death in rural counties under 250,000 people with bold, common-sense leadership, rooted in Florida Statutes and guided by Citrus County ordinances. ⸻ Health & Wellness ⸻ Safety & Emergency Response ⸻ Substance Abuse & Mental Health ⸻ Environment & Public Health ⸻ My Commitment As your commissioner, I will address each of these 25 causes with compassion, leadership, and accountability. Together, we can make Citrus County the safest, healthiest, and most resilient rural county in Florida.

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