Revolutionary beliefs for which our fore bears fowlingt are still at issue around the globe. The belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state but from the hand of god. President kennedy understood the words of our declaration of independence, quote, we hold these truths to be selfevident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. A little more than 100 years before president kennedys inauguration, our 16th president , abraham lincoln, defended the deck rahlation and taught those around him as well as future generations how to revere and embrace unwaveringly the sacred and transcending truths expressed in this monumental document. Now my countrymen, lincoln said in 1858 if you have been taught doctrines that conflict with the great land marks of the declaration of independence, if you have listened to suggestions which would take away
Revolutionary beliefs for which our fore bears fowlingt are still at issue around the globe. The belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state but from the hand of god. President kennedy understood the words of our declaration of independence, quote, we hold these truths to be selfevident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. A little more than 100 years before president kennedys inauguration, our 16th president , abraham lincoln, defended the deck rahlation and taught those around him as well as future generations how to revere and embrace unwaveringly the sacred and transcending truths expressed in this monumental document. Now my countrymen, lincoln said in 1858 if you have been taught doctrines that conflict with the great land marks of the declaration of independence, if you have listened to suggestions which would take away
Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee held a hearing examining north korea policy. Specifically on ramping up pressure against china. Acting secretary of state for east asia and pacific affairs, Susan Thornton offered her thoughts to the committee. This hearing will come to order. Let me welcome you all to the fifth hearing for the senate Foreign Relations subcommittee on east asia, the pacific and International Cybersecurity policy in the 115th congress on behalf of the committee i apologize for the delay in the beginning of this hearing to the witnesses who have been here time away from work as well as those attending the hearing today. The action on the floor including the return of senator mccain. Ing a very poignant moment for the senate. I would like to welcome all to todays hearing. North korea has emerged as the most Urgent National security challenge for the u. S. United states and allies in east asia. Secretary mattis has said north korea is the most urgent hand dangerous thr
She may lose sight out of her left eye innocepermanently. While she focuses on her recovery. It just disgusting. People not showing love are people. Reporter neighbors are hoping the suspect is caught. Its a shame. Reporter lets move on now. A president ial tweet has demonstrators in fact protesters and transgender should not serve in the military. Christie smith is in San Francisco and gathering. Christi, city leaders are denouncing the president s tweets. Reporter absolutely. People are on facebook for what they are calling an emergency protest. Just banning together with the Transgender Community at city hall. We heard from the mayor, super si visor and leaders who dont like discrimination and others in washington. A coward attacking heroes. Reporter supervisor represents San Franciscos Castro District. He didnt mince words reacting to president trumps announcement they would not allow transgendered individuals to serve in the military. Its outrageous. And willing to serve our count
Proabortion city. But theres a big prolife community in and around San Francisco. And they are going to be getting more vocal as time goes on. This was on a public street. Is there any indication there was a crime committed . Reporter no. They got in, they got out, they blocked the street. But they did it real fast and you know, like it or not, its called the first amendment. By the way, at 6 00, we are going to ask the mayor and get his opinion on it, as well. So stay tuned. Back to you. Thank you. Our other big story tonight, President Trump says he will ban transgender people from serving in any capacity in the u. S. Armed forces. He made the announcement this morning on twitter after what he called a consultation with generals and military experts. These are not exact numbers. But a rand study finds that there are between 1300 and about 6600 Transgender Service members in the active duty military. In the reserves, between 800 and 4200 members. Thats out of a total of 1. 3 million s