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What Kept Me Up All Night!

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Join Medal of Honor recipient Drew Dix as he shares his thoughts on the pressing issues facing the United States today. From current events and national security to the values that define the American spirit, Drew brings a lifetime of leadership, service, and hard-earned wisdom to the conversation. With candid analysis and a deep concern for the future of the nation and its people, Words from the Silo is a must-listen for those who seek perspective from a man who has lived through history and continues to shape the dialogue of today.

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Drew Dix

Drew Dix is the first enlisted man in Special Forces to have been awarded the Medal of Honor. He received a direct commission to first lieutenant and retired with the rank of major after serving twenty years in the army–many of those in unconventional warfare assignments. Following retirement from the army he continued to work in support of government sponsored programs and owned and operated an air service in the Alaskan interior.

Drew Dix is the the Co-Founder of the Center for American Values, a non-profit organization located in Pueblo, Colorado. Dix’s vision for the Center is to be a source for future generations to learn and explore how doing the right thing for family, community and country will keep America great. To learn more click on the links above.

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