Building your adventure: CIA veteran shares an inspiring story about courage with graduates

One of the greatest joys about being retired from CIA is the opportunity I now enjoy to immerse myself in our local community, especially the schools where my kids and their pals spend their days in class and on the sports fields. 

After all, freedom of opportunity in our glorious country starts with a good education. 

Around this time of year I'm always honored to speak with high school seniors who are about to take a momentous step forward toward building their own adventure. My...