"Through DeMolay I gained invaluable, life-changing, leadership experiences that were focused on serving others.  Accordingly, serving our nation and the greater cause of defending freedom and liberty have been my life's focus.  These experiences in DeMolay were pivotal to my decision to serve in the armed forces.""Through DeMolay I gained invaluable, life-changing, leadership experiences that were focused on serving others.  Accordingly, serving our nation and the greater cause of defending freedom and liberty have been my life's focus.  These experiences in DeMolay were pivotal to my decision to serve in the armed forces."