The Texas State Guard (TSG) is a volunteer military force that serves the Texans in times of state emergencies. In May 2021, a training was administered to members of the TSG that most Texans would find shocking.

The training focused on Critical Race Theory and moral relativism. Guardsmen were informed that those meeting certain criteria would be considered “extremists.” They were instructed to inform leadership if they knew anyone in the State Guard who held “extremist” views.

The criteria for “extremism” included: a man who believes homosexuality is wrong, anyone who has a Texas secede bumper sticker, anyone who is a member of the National Rifle Association, and more.

Andy Hopper, who serves in the TSG along with two of his sons, was there for the training. He was appalled at what he heard, so he stood up and said something. He’s been speaking ever since.

As the fear of COVID was sweeping the globe in 2020, Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order stating that bars making 51% or more of their money from alcohol sales had to close.

As the owner of the Rail Club Live in Fort Worth, Chris Polone at first complied. But as the pandemic wore on and the unlawful dictates were unequally enforced, Chris decided to stand his ground.

On July 25, 2020 Chris reopened Rail Club Live. His team cleaned the facility above CDC recommendations, didn’t charge people to attend, didn’t sell alcohol, allowed only 40 people in a facility built for 800, and even socially distanced.

The government still came to shut him down. Chris has been dealing with a fire storm ever since, including the government trying to permanently take away his liquor license. But he refuses to stop fighting.

To support Chris, visit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/hhhrzj-chris-polone-fund

As an immigrant from India John Thomas came to America as a 15-year-old who couldn’t speak English.

Nine years later he found himself in surgical school on his way to becoming a doctor. Dr. Thomas’ story is a perfect example of what one can accomplish in America when they’re willing to work for it.

When COVID hit Dr. Thomas bravely forged his own path to serve his patients. After looking at the research, he believed hydroxychloroquine was the best option. He opted to prescribe it despite the fear and negative blowback from the media, and his patients got better as a result.

Check out Dr. Thomas’ amazing story and learn how he not only serves those in his local community, but also treats orphans and underserved individuals around the world through his non-profit, Operation Hope (https://www.operationhopeusa.org/)