A Renewed Spirit of National Pride and Faith in America

By Councilman Giuseppe Palmeri

February 2025

As the confetti rained down at Super Bowl LIX, something felt different—not just for the Philadelphia Eagles and their fans, but for the country as a whole. The words spoken on that stage, in the emotional moments following victory, carried more weight than just athletic achievement.

“God has blessed us very much. He gave us all the talents to be here… Thank you, Jesus,” said Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni. Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts echoed a similar sentiment: “God is good.”

These statements, simple yet profound, reflected a truth that has been gaining momentum in America: the return of national pride, faith, and gratitude. For years, our country has been divided, often caught in endless discord. But something is shifting. A new wind is blowing, one of unity, hope, and a return to the values that have long defined us as a nation.

President Ronald Reagan once warned, “If we ever forget that we are One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under.” His words ring true today more than ever. Our nation is beginning to remember. The rekindling of faith in public life, the open expression of gratitude to God by public figures, and the growing momentum of national unity are all signs that America is finding its way back.

President Donald Trump, recognizing this shift, recently established the White House Faith Office, a move aimed at strengthening the role of faith in American governance. His return to the presidency has reignited a sense of national pride—one that isn’t just about politics, but about identity.

We are Americans. We are a nation blessed by God, founded on faith and freedom. And now, after years of turbulence, we are embracing that truth once again.

What we witnessed during the Super Bowl wasn’t just a celebration of football; it was a reflection of something bigger. When leaders—whether in sports, government, or everyday life—proudly proclaim their faith and gratitude, it inspires the rest of the nation to do the same.

This is a moment of renewal. If we continue on this path, if we embrace this growing spirit of love, faith, and national pride, then there is no limit to what we can achieve together as a country.

America is on the rise once more. Not just in strength, but in spirit. And that, more than anything, is a victory worth celebrating.