In an era marked by division, uncertainty, and a reexamination of national identity, I Pledge Allegiance: A Journey Through the Words That Shaped a Nation emerges as a timely and thought-provoking bestseller. Written by acclaimed strategist and changemaker LaWanna Bradford, this powerful book takes readers on a profound exploration of the American promise—through the lens of one of its most sacred and recited declarations. Rather than offering a simple interpretation, Bradford transforms the Pledge of Allegiance into a deep reflection on history, justice, and the evolving meaning of unity in America.
At the heart of I Pledge Allegiance is a powerful premise: that the words we recite as a nation—so often taken for granted—hold both aspiration and contradiction. Bradford, the daughter of a Buffalo Soldier and a woman deeply rooted in ancestral strength and service, guides readers through a profound, line-by-line examination of the Pledge of Allegiance. Each phrase becomes a doorway into America’s soul—revealing its beauty, its betrayals, and its boundless possibility.
A Voice That Commands Vision
LaWanna Bradford, MPA, brings unmatched perspective to this work. As COO of The Bradford Group—a commercial and investment mortgage brokerage thriving for nearly two decades—and head of its consulting division specializing in strategy and performance, Bradford has made a career out of decoding complexity and engineering clarity. Her work spans more than 30 years across public and private sectors, where her strategic insights have reshaped institutions and industries alike.
But with I Pledge Allegiance, Bradford turns her mastery inward—toward history, toward healing, and toward the collective conscience of a nation.
Where Patriotism Meets Personal Legacy
Through poetic grace and razor-sharp insight, Bradford invites readers to wrestle with what it means to love a country that has not always loved all of its people. From the segregated battlegrounds of the U.S. military to modern movements for justice, she draws from her own lineage, the silent sacrifices of Black women, and the enduring faith of immigrants, Indigenous peoples, and unsung patriots.
Her reflections don’t just echo history—they challenge us to write the next chapter.
Beyond a Book—A Movement in Motion
I Pledge Allegiance is being hailed as a transformative work for readers of all backgrounds. For students of history, it offers untold stories and unflinching truths. For veterans and service members, it honors sacrifice while asking necessary questions. For advocates of justice, it is a rallying point. And for anyone questioning the meaning of “liberty and justice for all,” it is both mirror and map.
The book’s resonance is evidenced not just in its sales—soaring to bestseller status on Amazon—but in the waves of conversation it has sparked. The book is already sparking powerful conversations in book clubs and community circles—exploring the deeper meanings of identity, allegiance, and unity in a time that calls for courageous dialogue.
Clarity Without Bitterness, Conviction Without Hate
In an age too often defined by outrage and oversimplification, Bradford offers something rarer: hope tethered to truth. She does not seek to tear down the flag but to raise it higher—wider—so that all who have bled, wept, and believed under its shadow might finally stand equally beneath its promise.
I Pledge Allegiance is not just meant to be read. It is meant to be felt. It is meant to be shared. And most of all, it is meant to remind us that the work of building “one nation, under God, indivisible” belongs to all of us—especially those whose voices have too long gone unheard.
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