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"Peace with freedom is our highest aspiration—a lasting peace anchored by courage, realism, and unity." When President Ronald Reagan spoke these words, he wasn’t just defining foreign policy. He was speaking to the soul of public service, the kind of peace that comes from a nation united in purpose, anchored by leaders who choose courage over comfort, realism over rhetoric, and unity over division. At Thursday night’s Republican gathering—a casual, energetic night for connections and celebration—there was no shortage of leaders who embodied those Reagan qualities. From business owners and community advocates to seasoned public servants and first-time candidates, it was clear: Guam’s Republican movement is engaged, energized and ready to serve. It takes courage to run for office, to put yourself out there, knowing the scrutiny, the sacrifice, and the sleepless nights ahead. It takes realism to understand that public service isn’t a 9-to-5 job. It’s aisle 5 at PayLess, when someone stops you between Spam and corned beef to say they cannot pay their power bill. It’s budget hearings that stretch past midnight. Holding elected office is a 24/7 responsibility and still, it is the greatest honor you can accept. There is a quiet, lasting payback for the soul: knowing your hands were steady when neighbors needed you most and that your days were spent answering the call of community rather than your own comfort. And it takes unity, not just before the election, but after. Our highest aspiration isn’t just winning votes. It’s earning the trust of our people. It’s delivering leadership that reflects their hopes, struggles, and dreams. It’s leading with integrity. I’m excited about the possibility and the probability of a Republican in Adelup, a Republican in Congress, and a Republican legislative majority. My loyalty, however, will always be to Guam—its people, its future, and practical results that improve daily life for our families. Biba Republican. Biba Guam.
