Todd Shimkus

President of the @saratogachamber and the author of a memoir entitled “I’m Not Ready For This.”

[Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський @ZelenskyyUa]

Today marks the 250th anniversary of one of humanity's brightest, strongest, and most influential dreams – the American Dream of an independent, free, and prosperous nation that defends people's freedom, faith, and the pursuit of happiness.

That dream has endured many trials. It did not merely survive – it has, for two and a half centuries now, served as an example for other nations and helped the entire humanity stand firm and become freer. This was especially important in the 20th century, when America helped save the world from the rule of tyrants and built the alliances and partnerships that, for the first time, gave a large part of humanity lasting peace and the opportunity to develop in freedom.

Now, in the 21st century, America's influence and importance are certainly no less. And we see that particularly clearly in Ukraine, which is fighting for its independence, freedom, and our people's right to happiness with much the same hope, the same purpose, and the same determination with which Americans won and defended their own independence.

We deeply value the support of the United States, especially now, during Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine. American weapons – from the Javelins that President Trump decided to give to Ukraine to the Patriots that most reliably protect the lives of our people – everything the United States has provided to help us defend our country demonstrates the strength of the American spirit, American resolve, and American technology.

And we know the value of all these words better than anyone. When we ask America for Patriots, we believe that the values of respect for life and for people that prevailed 250 years ago will prevail again today. The world needs the kind of leadership that guarantees protection for freedom and for life.

I wish America a happy Fourth of July, the President of the United States and all Americans every success, and all of us around the world who value America – fruitful cooperation. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." That is what unites all of us – all who respect America and thank America today.

May the dreams of free people always triumph over the evil and hatred of those who seek to destroy freedom. America, thank you! I am confident that if we're in it together, we'll definitely achieve peace! Congratulations on your Independence Day!

[Todd Shimkus @ToddShimkus]

My #IndependenceDay started with the @Firecracker_4 in downtown Saratoga with over 3,000 of my friends!

[NYRA (🎪) @TheNYRA]

NYRA is launching a charitable campaign to support the trainers, staff and backstretch workers impacted by Tuesday morning’s devastating barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track.

Learn more about the initiative and how to support those affected⤵️
https://t.co/UPWjo6b0ef

[Todd Shimkus @ToddShimkus]

Saratoga Springs is a bucket list place to go says @stoolpresidente even though he loses $ here!

[Barstool Sports @barstoolsports]

“Saratoga really is a special place” -@stoolpresidente on @wakeupbarstool

[Barstool Sports @barstoolsports]

“Saratoga really is a special place” -@stoolpresidente on @wakeupbarstool

[Anton Gerashchenko @Gerashchenko_en]

The moment of one of today’s Russian strikes on Kyiv.

I can see that fewer and fewer people are reading news from Ukraine. I understand that on a Sunday morning, people don’t want to read about war. They want to sleep a little longer, drink good coffee, and sit in the sun. I understand that. The algorithms on X limit content about war, destruction, and suffering. You have to make an effort to even see this information.

All of this is understandable on a human level. But unfortunately, if you remove Putin and the war from your information feed, they do not disappear from reality.

Putin is a sadist and a maniac. He is a threat to all of humanity.

There needs to be active resistance. News from Ukraine needs to be shared. People need to keep their focus.

Despite a sleepless night, I’m still here. And I’m grateful to everyone who continues to stand with us.

One day, we’ll drink morning coffee together in a beautiful, peaceful Kyiv.

[Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce @SaratogaChamber]

Use of our Job Zone is FREE to all Chamber members. You can post as many jobs as you have as often as you want. This includes full-time, part-time, and seasonal.

✅ See all open positions:
https://t.co/NUkSI0ePbZ

✅ Log in to your Chamber account:
https://t.co/jRTSZo0AIY

[Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce @SaratogaChamber]

Join the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce in celebrating the grand re-opening of Gaffneys!

Go visit them soon for great food, drinks & more.

16 Caroline Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

https://t.co/Y2rLwY4heI

Thank you Arrow Bank for being our ribbon cutting sponsor.

[Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce @SaratogaChamber]

Thank you @WNYT for highlighting our friends at Canopy of Saratoga!

Grateful to @BondLawFirm, @SUNYEmpire & @MandT_Bank for sponsoring these news segments.

https://t.co/6Nu2wIN5bY

[Belmont Stakes @BelmontStakes]

We look forward to welcoming GOLDEN TEMPO to the Belmont Stakes!

[Cherie DeVaux @reredevaux]

Preakness announcement

[Belmont Stakes @BelmontStakes]

Kentucky Derby runner-up RENEGADE has arrived at Saratoga ahead of the Belmont Stakes!

[Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce @SaratogaChamber]

Join us as we celebrate Matt Jones, @westpointtom & Nil Ghoshal! Are you attending the Chamber's Annual Celebration Night at 1863 Club on Thursday, May 7th?

🚨Get your tickets NOW:
https://t.co/KrJJZg9zEJ

Learn more about Matt's work in community https://t.co/ubctgZrvQX

[America'sBestRacing @ABRLive]

For the first time in 152 years — HISTORY IS MADE!!!

Trainer Cherie DeVaux watches Golden Tempo and Jose Ortiz get up at the wire to win the Kentucky Derby at odds of 23-1.

🎥: Reaction footage owned by America’s Best Racing.

@reredevaux | @jose93_ortiz | @PhippsStableFan

[Barstool Sports @barstoolsports]

GOLDEN TEMPO WENT FROM LAST TO FIRST IN THE KENTUCKY DERBY

THIS IS WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT!!! https://t.co/enkNcqthcj

[Barstool Sports @barstoolsports]

GOLDEN TEMPO WINS THE 152ND ANNUAL KENTUCKY DERBY

CHERIE DEVAUX IS THE FIRST FEMALE TRAINER TO WIN IT!!!

[Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce @SaratogaChamber]

Please join the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce in celebrating the grand opening of the Canopy of Saratoga - a community built by real people who love gardens, good coffee, great design, and good company.

697 Saratoga Road, Wilton, NY 12831
https://t.co/0p2mlbD0FX

[Todd Shimkus @ToddShimkus]

“God’s heart is with the humble.”

[Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex]

God’s heart is torn apart by wars, violence, injustice and lies. But our Father’s heart is not with the wicked, the arrogant, or the proud. God’s heart is with the little ones and the humble, and with them He builds up His Kingdom of love and peace day by day. Wherever there is love and service, God is there. #ApostolicJourney #Algeria

[Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce @SaratogaChamber]

Thank you @WNYT for spreading the word about our Saratoga Job Showcase! Join us on Thursday, April 16th from 10am-12pm at @SUNYEmpire at 113 West Avenue.

✅50+ employer!
✅Free event!

https://t.co/3K96e6rJZO

[Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce @SaratogaChamber]

You Belong with us! Discover why 1,500 Saratoga County biz owners choose to grow together. For over a century, we’ve been connecting entrepreneurs, established companies & community leaders who understand that success is better when shared.

🚨Join us at https://t.co/Rk73YWKWM0