Year in Review

By Emily Burner

1787 Society Board Member

It’s been an honor to serve on the board of the 1787 Society, and a privilege to watch it grow like it has. When I mention the Society to people, they actually know what I’m talking about and have at least heard of it if not visited the monthly meetings. As the year comes to a close, I reflect on what I’ve learned.

Oklahoma has great leadership, and I’m so thankful many public servants have been able to speak at our monthly meetings. Each leader has a story, and we can learn a lot. 

From Attorney General Scott Pruitt, we learned what the future of the Healthcare Law may be and how it looks to play out in the courts. Right now, it’s in the hands of the states. From General Rita Aragon we learned what our veterans face when they return home. How can we serve them? What can we do to take care of those who put their lives on the line for our freedoms? We learned about how we can impact the future, and how it starts with the family (Congressman Lankford). 

There are so many more pearls of wisdom we received from leaders this year. Now, as we look forward to what the future holds for the 1787 Society, we look back on our success. I’m excited for the New Year and all the possibilities for the Society! Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year, everyone!