- The purpose of scouting is to introduce to those enthusiatic young men to be inspired that join the military is patriotic. But, since Hegseth has no idea what the heck the scouts are, his ignorance is shameful to hold such title.
- "Scouting changed my life—creating an outdoor survivalist always up to battling bullies. Please Scouts — don’t cave in to title-holders who care more about their hair gel than your values. 'A Scout is trustworthy.'" - Sen. Tim Kaine bluevirginia.us/2026/02/wedn...