WABASH, Ind. – Congratulations to Wabash High School Sophomore Halle Miller for being chosen as a Voice of Democracy Award Citation winner, presented by the Veterans of Foreign Wars as part of the Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Competition.
Halle’s original essay and audio recording, entitled “Hope for the Future”, focused on the selflessness and standard set by our veterans for others; the kind treatment of all peoples whether they are a stranger or a relative; being understanding and helpful to those in time of need; and to recognize when we as individuals, and as a country, are being influenced by others. In her words she states, “We are a nation built on the freedoms given to us by the rigorous fighting of the men and women that have fought for this county. They have risked everything for me and you and guess what, they don’t even know me or you.”
Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ (VFW’s) premier scholarship program for students in grades 9-12. Each year, nearly 40,000 high school students compete for more than $2 million in scholarships and incentives. Students compete by writing and recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme. This years 2018-19 theme was “Why My Vote Matters”.