Rep. Burgess Owens, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Utah’s 4th district, shared a series of tweets on December 6, 2024, addressing themes of freedom and community engagement. Owens emphasized the importance of defending and preserving freedom across generations and highlighted legislative efforts aimed at educating future generations about communism.
In a tweet posted on December 6, 2024, at 16:22 UTC, Rep. Owens stated: "Freedom isn't inherited—it's up to every generation to defend and preserve it. The House just passed @RepMariaSalazar’s Crucial Communism Teaching Act to give our children the truth about communism, arming them with the knowledge to preserve liberty into the future." This statement underscores his support for educational initiatives designed to inform young people about historical political ideologies.
Later that day, at 18:00 UTC, Owens reiterated his stance on freedom by tweeting: "Freedom is not free. Every generation must work to defend it." This brief message serves as a reminder of the ongoing responsibility each generation holds in maintaining democratic values.
Additionally, Rep. Owens expressed gratitude towards local government officials in another tweet from December 6, 2024, at 18:39 UTC: "Grateful for the warm welcome from the Elk Ridge Mayor and City Council last week. Their passion for preserving access to the incredible public lands around their community is inspiring. Together, we can ensure these lands remain open and accessible!" This reflects his appreciation for community efforts in conservation and public land accessibility.
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