In a single evening, the American people witnessed a stark contrast between two visions for our nation. President Donald Trump’s Joint Address to Congress highlighted remarkable Americans who have overcome extraordinary challenges, while Democrats showed exactly who they are: a party that has completely lost its way.

As the President recognized heroes in the gallery, Democrats couldn’t even muster the basic decency to stand. When 13-year-old Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel, battling brain and spine cancer while pursuing his dream of working in law enforcement, was made an honorary Secret Service Agent, Democrats remained seated. The President acknowledged Allyson and Lauren Phillips — the grieving mother and sister of Laken Riley, whose tragic murder inspired legislation signed into law this January — and Democrats couldn’t be bothered to pay respect.

When President Trump recognized Payton McNabb, whose volleyball career ended after suffering a traumatic brain injury when struck by a biological male competitor, Democrats chose politics over compassion. The President also honored Mark Fogel, an American history teacher imprisoned overseas since 2021 and finally brought home, alongside his 95-year-old mother who lobbied tirelessly for his release. Democrats didn’t rise to celebrate his freedom...

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