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Simkins, Editor in Chief of Military Times and Defense News. \u201cAs America marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are more committed than ever to telling the stories of service, leadership and sacrifice that continue to define our nation\u2019s history.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAmerica\u2019s 250th anniversary is about more than history \u2014 it\u2019s about renewing a shared commitment to the ideals that unite us,\u201d said Kelly Facer, Senior Vice President of Military Times and Defense News. \u201cThis partnership aligns naturally with our mission to serve audiences who live those ideals every day.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of the collaboration, Military Times and Defense News will support America250 through editorial coverage, storytelling initiatives and engagement across print, digital and event platforms, ensuring the commemoration reaches audiences deeply connected to service, leadership and public trust. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAs we commemorate America\u2019s 250th anniversary, it\u2019s critical that we reach the communities whose service has helped safeguard the freedoms and democratic ideals we\u2019re honoring,\u201d said Jen Condon, Executive Vice President of America250. \u201cMilitary Times and Defense News have a long-standing, trusted relationship with service members, veterans and their families, making them essential partners in this effort. Through this collaboration, we can ensure that the voices, experiences and sacrifices of the military community are front and center as the nation reflects on its past and looks toward its future.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The initiative seeks to bring Americans together across communities and generations to reflect on the nation\u2019s history, honor those who have defended its freedoms and renew a shared commitment to democracy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>About Military Times<\/b> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarytimes.com\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/www.militarytimes.com\/\">Military Times<\/a> is the leading independent source of news and information for service members, veterans, and their families. 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