1776 to 2026

America is closing in on its 250th birthday, but instead of fireworks and nostalgia, maybe it’s time for some honesty.What kind of country are we becoming? How much freedom have we already traded away without realizing it? And how much further are we willing to go?Twila Brase from Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom joins me today to discuss the upcoming event, Then and Now: 1776–2026, a conversation centered on where America started, where we are now, and where we’re headed if people continue to disengage from the process.We also dive deep into REAL ID — what it actually does, why so many Americans misunderstand it, and why Twila believes it represents a much larger shift toward tracking, control, and federal standardization. If you think REAL ID is “just about flying,” this episode may completely change your perspective.But this conversation isn’t just about problems. It’s about responsibility.Too many people are waiting for politicians, courts, or “someone else” to step in and save the country. Meanwhile, freedoms disappear quietly — one policy, one compromise, one moment of public apathy at a time.If future generations lose the liberties Americans once took for granted, they won’t ask what the government did.They’ll ask why the people allowed it to happen.Refuse REAL ID websiteConnect with Twila on Facebook, X, YouTube, RumbleAnimated video explaining REAL IDCitizens Council for Health Freedom websiteRegister to attend “Then and Now 1776-2026” in Cape Girardeau next month!Catch Alex Newman on Nadine@9 June 12th!Nadine@9’s Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Nadine@9’s Substack at nadineat9.substack.com/subscribe