During the graduation ceremony, my son arrived wearing a puffy red gown. The room…

Throughout his speech, he highlighted a fundamental truth: courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to act in spite of it.

By confronting societal expectations and confronting his own anxieties, Liam not only claimed his identity but also extended a hand to others who may be struggling with their own.

Broader Lessons for Community and Society
The impact of his words and actions extended beyond the auditorium walls. For the students and teachers in that room, it was a lesson in empathy, in understanding, and in the power of representation.