Fast forward to today, and we continue to cherish the values established by those great men. Freedom, liberty, and the pursuit of prosperity are still at the heart of what America stands for. However, we face challenges that threaten our nation's prosperity; most importantly the national debt that has now exceeded $32 trillion. The train hasn’t gone off the rails yet, but we must act now to address this growing problem.

I frequently hear from people who have seen my videos or read something that I have written, and they ask about my background. I am Joe Penland, Sr. and I am from Beaumont, Texas. I have been blessed to run my own successful business (which is now in its 50th year), serve on my local school board, sit on bank boards, and donate money to important causes in my community and across the country. Although I have been blessed, I had to deal with adversity early in life like millions of others.

I frequently hear from people who have seen my videos or read something that I have written, and they ask about my background. I am Joe Penland, Sr. and I am from Beaumont, Texas. I have been blessed to run my own successful business (which is now in its 50th year), serve on my local school board, sit on bank boards, and donate money to important causes in my community and across the country. Although I have been blessed, I had to deal with adversity early in life like millions of others.