The Taliban thought they could break me.

They thought that by detonating a roadside bomb and leaving me for dead, they could destroy my spirit and silence me forever.

But they were wrong.

Sam Brown here, and I am running for U.S. Senate in Nevada.

My second change of life began when the flames engulfed my body, burning over 30% of my skin. The pain was unbearable, and the road to recovery was long and grueling. But I refused to give up.

Because I knew I had a purpose, I knew I had a duty to serve my country, defend our freedom, and protect our way of life.

That's why I'm running for U.S. Senate in Nevada. I'm not a career politician, and I'm not beholden to the special interests. I'm a warrior, a patriot, and a champion of American values.

And I need your help. The forces of socialism, Marxism, and radical liberalism are arrayed against us, and they will stop at nothing to destroy our country. Will you stand with me and support my campaign? 

I'll never back down, and I'll never surrender. I'll fight for America with every ounce of strength I have.

Sincerely, 

Sam Brown 

Sam Brown is a retired member of the U.S. Army. Use of military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement of the United States Army or the Department of Defense.