Understanding the assignment

It’s an idiom that has gained new meaning and now has wind in its sails. Social media has become brimming full of individuals, couples, and whole families proudly announcing that they “understand the assignment.”

The phrase “understand the assignment” is a commonly used idiom that has its roots in the English language. This idiom refers to the importance of comprehending and following instructions or directions given for a particular task or project. The origins of this expression can be traced back to ancient times when people were required to follow specific instructions in order to complete tasks such as building structures, creating art, or performing religious ceremonies.

Throughout history, understanding assignments has been essential for success in various fields such as education, business, and military operations. In fact, it was during World War II that this phrase gained widespread popularity due to its use by military commanders who emphasized the importance of soldiers understanding their orders in order to carry out successful missions.

Over time, this idiom has become ingrained in modern-day language and is often used as a reminder for individuals to pay close attention to details and ensure they are meeting expectations. Whether it’s completing a school assignment or carrying out work-related tasks, understanding what is expected of you is crucial for achieving desired outcomes.

We are many. If we convince all of our ranks the importance of registering, showing up, and casting our ballots, we will put an end to the Orange Menace once and for all. That is the assignment.

When we finally erase the fool from any chance of destroying our democracy, we will find that we have a new assignment… that of defending ourselves from the well-armed cultists and his sycophants intent on tearing down OUR constitution. This will not be a one and done. It will just be a skirmish in what is certain to become a shooting war on some level. We must be prepared.

As the wonderful and brilliant former Federal Prosecutor Joyce Vance always says, “We’re all in this together.”

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