Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Honoring Service series explores civic virtue and responsibility by the service of our nation’s veterans.
In this episode, former Military Intelligence Officer Jeremy Dobos talks with Vice President of Civic Leadership Development Gerald Gangaram about his career in Army intelligence. Dobos reflects on the significance of taking the oath to defend the U.S. Constitution, which he describes as the “framework for everything we have that’s good in this country.”
He believes that understanding and living by the principles described in the Constitution and Bill of Rights is vital for all Americans, including those who become citizens through naturalization. Dobos acknowledges that service takes many shapes, and he encourages young people to become involved in their communities through volunteering or charitable work.
Dobos is the President and CEO of Master Printing + Mailing, which provides full-service print, design, and marketing services.
Learn about Master Printing+ Mailing here. https://masterprinting.ink/
Learn about citizenship and naturalization in the United States here. billofrightsinstitute.org/lessons/citizenship-and-naturalization-in-the-united-states
00:00 - 00:14 Introduction
00:15 - 00:35 Military Background
00:36 - 01:44 The Meaning of the Oath
01:45 - 03:00 Taking the Oath Through the Years
03:01 - 03:58 Life After Military Service
03:57 - Oath of Allegiance for New Citizens
05:08 - 05:59 Becoming an Army Officer
06:00 - 07:03 From Military Intelligence to Business
07:04 - 07:58 Analyzing and Synthesizing Information
07:59 - 08:31 Influencing Through Intelligence
08:32 - 09:03 Encouraging Civic Service
09:04 - 10:01 Second Service: Serving Locally
10:02 - 12:05 Final Thoughts: Uphold the Constitution
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About the Bill of Rights Institute:
Established in September 1999, the Bill of Rights Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization that works to engage, educate, and empower individuals with a passion for the freedom and opportunity that exist in a free society. The Institute develops educational resources and programs for a network of more than 50,000 educators and 70,000 students nationwide.
Official Site: billofrightsinstitute.org
Facebook: @billofrightsinstitute
Twitter: @brinstitute
Instagram: @brinstitute
BRI Educator Newsletter Sign Up Page: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/new...
The Honoring Service series explores civic virtue and responsibility by the service of our nation’s veterans.
In this episode, former Military Intelligence Officer Jeremy Dobos talks with Vice President of Civic Leadership Development Gerald Gangaram about his career in Army intelligence. Dobos reflects on the significance of taking the oath to defend the U.S. Constitution, which he describes as the “framework for everything we have that’s good in this country.”
He believes that understanding and living by the principles described in the Constitution and Bill of Rights is vital for all Americans, including those who become citizens through naturalization. Dobos acknowledges that service takes many shapes, and he encourages young people to become involved in their communities through volunteering or charitable work.
Dobos is the President and CEO of Master Printing + Mailing, which provides full-service print, design, and marketing services.
Learn about Master Printing+ Mailing here. https://masterprinting.ink/
Learn about citizenship and naturalization in the United States here. billofrightsinstitute.org/lessons/citizenship-and-naturalization-in-the-united-states
00:00 - 00:14 Introduction
00:15 - 00:35 Military Background
00:36 - 01:44 The Meaning of the Oath
01:45 - 03:00 Taking the Oath Through the Years
03:01 - 03:58 Life After Military Service
03:57 - Oath of Allegiance for New Citizens
05:08 - 05:59 Becoming an Army Officer
06:00 - 07:03 From Military Intelligence to Business
07:04 - 07:58 Analyzing and Synthesizing Information
07:59 - 08:31 Influencing Through Intelligence
08:32 - 09:03 Encouraging Civic Service
09:04 - 10:01 Second Service: Serving Locally
10:02 - 12:05 Final Thoughts: Uphold the Constitution
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About the Bill of Rights Institute:
Established in September 1999, the Bill of Rights Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization that works to engage, educate, and empower individuals with a passion for the freedom and opportunity that exist in a free society. The Institute develops educational resources and programs for a network of more than 50,000 educators and 70,000 students nationwide.
Official Site: billofrightsinstitute.org
Facebook: @billofrightsinstitute
Twitter: @brinstitute
Instagram: @brinstitute
BRI Educator Newsletter Sign Up Page: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/new...
