Thinking About Schools: Graduation Gift - An Insurance Policy

Thinking About Schools: Graduation Gift - An Insurance Policy:

Graduation Gift - An Insurance Policy

They say – you know – the infamous “they” say that most people won’t remember a graduation speech a few days or weeks after hearing it.  “Sorry” (to the speakers behind me on the stage).  As for me, that is perfectly ok if you don’t remember this speech because I expect there will be a time when you will in the future.

 

You see, in about ten or twenty years, when you are filming a compelling but controversial documentary – arguing a case in front of the Supreme Court – saving a life from a burning building – writing a letter to the editor - filing a patent for your latest invention – or teaching middle school social studies - - and when all of you are pursuing your dreams there will be a moment when you recall this speech. 

 

Why?  Because this speech is about the insurance policy included in your envelope with your diploma - the most valuable insurance policy you will ever acquire, require or aspire. 

 

What does it insure?  It promotes domestic tranquility. It establishes justice. It