We should be proud – but not too proud – of America

by Kristy Perano

This past Fourth of July we celebrated the 239th anniversary of the United States declaring independence from Great Britain, then the world’s most powerful empire. The United States is now the world’s most powerful country and a symbol of liberty and justice. There are some things about America that we can be proud of, both from our history and from our current civic life. America was the first constitutional republic when monarchies were common. It was a place for people who wanted freedom and a chance to work hard and make their way to come and start a new life, and the US is still a place of refuge and opportunity for the many immigrants who continue to come here.

On Justice and the Gospel

by Andrew Shi

This summer I have the privilege of interning at the Clerk’s Office of the Supreme Court of Virginia. While the bulk of my work consists in administrative tasks, I’ve had opportunities to meet justices, go on field trips, and sit in and observe the court in session. My short time here has given me a glimpse into the complexities of law and the role that it plays in our everyday lives.