2023 American Legion National Oratorical Finals - 3rd Place Prepared Oration

Emma Johnson of Powell, Wyo., delivers her prepared oration, “I’m Not Throwing Away My Shot,” during the final competition of the 2023 American Legion National Oratorical Competition. Her speech was inspired by the award-winning musical, “Hamilton."

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