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On this episode of Our American Stories, in 2023, award-winning author Dara Horn delivered one of West Point’s most powerful graduation speeches to a group of Jewish cadets. Her remarks explored what it means to live with conviction, to embrace being “uncomfortable and uncool,” and to hold fast to identity in the face of pressure. More than just a graduation address, it joined the long tradition of great West Point speeches while standing apart for its honesty and courage. Here's Dana with the story of that speech.

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<p>On this episode of Our American Stories, in 2023, award-winning author Dara Horn delivered one of West Point&rsquo;s most powerful graduation speeches to a group of Jewish cadets. Her remarks explored what it means to live with conviction, to embrace being &ldquo;uncomfortable and uncool,&rdquo; and to hold fast to identity in the face of pressure. More than just a graduation address, it joined the long tradition of great West Point speeches while standing apart for its honesty and courage. Here's Dana with the story of that speech.</p>
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Jewish Cadets at West Point Hear a Graduation Speech for the Ages

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