Founders

Dr. Cordie Williams

- FOUNDER/PRESIDENT -

Dr. Cordie Williams is a US Marine and Chiropractor. At the beginning of the COVID pandemic in 2020, Dr. Cordie felt the state of California was violating his right and the rights of other Americans. As a father, veteran, and business owner, he knew he had to be the man to stand up. Dr. Cordie picked up a megaphone and began speaking up at protests all across California, gaining him the name #megaphonemarine. His message was loud and clear and caught the attention of millions. His speech from May 1, 2020, at the state capitol in Sacramento, CA, has received more than 8 million hits on Facebook and has generated over 15 million views across all platforms. “In the face of tyranny, in the face of freedom, are you going to sit there in your riot gear against peaceful protesters?” asked Williams. “Or are you going to say, ‘you know what, it’s time to stand up for my country? Because I took an oath of office and it said, ‘I will defend against all enemies, foreign and domestic.” Emboldened by government overreach plaguing America, Dr. Cordie was inspired to found 1776 Forever Free to help protect all Americans’ freedom. Just like he raised his voice for the people, the movement has increased the volume on the importance of Constitutional Rights to all Americans, regardless of race, religion, creed, or color. In September 2020, 1776 Forever Free began a journey, The Freedom Tour, which crisscrossed the country from California, across the heartland, to the south and landing in D.C. right before the Presidential election. The strength of the movement that Dr. Cordie founded is evident in the involvement of its supporters.

Alexander Stone

- VICE PRESIDENT -

Alexander Stone is a 19 year-old conservative/Christian influencer. Is the host of an independent podcast called A StoneWall’s Perspective. Alex is mission is to spread the light of the gospel into every aspect of life including the things that people do not like to discuss such as politics. Alex has had the opportunity to go across the United States to preach and speak at numerous different events such as the ReAwaken America tour, the faith and freedom conference, the Determined Patriotism, conference, and many more. Alex has interviewed many notable got guests, such as General Michael Flynn, Roger Stone, Kari Lake, Congressman, Mark Alford, and many more. Alex has been on many shows, such as Remnant Radio, The Right Side, The Zelenko Report, Right Now, and a weekly segment on The Stone Zone.

Chris Lippe

- ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER -

Chris’ journey began in San Diego, CA and continues there today. While attending San Diego State University, he started his first company, eventually selling it 15 years later.

Today he owns four companies primarily in the lifestyle and healthcare space. Fascinated with United States history, he travels the country visiting historic sites, museums, and places of interest. Chris continually strives to learn from his interactions with people from across America.

He is also a passionate father, supporting his two children in all their endeavors, believing in Parental Commitment. He is the Co-Founder of “1776 Forever Free”, a community organization which promotes supporting the Constitution of America and the Freedoms it provides us.

Dr. Tania Williams, DC

- OFFICER OF 1776 FOREVER FREE -

Originally from Long Island, New York, Dr. Tania Williams decided to become a holistic doctor when her dad passed away at the young age of 60 from pancreatic cancer. It was at that time that she began looking into alternative and holistic approaches to health. She soon became a patient of Dr. Ray Omid in Garden City, New York, who taught her the importance of building health and prevention as opposed to treating symptoms and managing disease. Dr. Williams saw so many miracles and so many people getting well that she decided to work for Dr. Ray Omid as the marketing coordinator and soon after, she decided to become a holistic doctor herself.

Once Dr. Williams declared that she would marry a holistic doctor she met her now husband and sweetheart, Dr. Cordie Williams at Life University in Marietta, Georgia. Once they graduated with high honors, Drs. Tania and Cordie Williams moved to Carlsbad, California as a husband and wife team, creating the Health From Within Family Wellness Center.

Dr. Tania Williams takes care of families and individuals of all ages with a specialty in pediatrics and pregnancy. Together with Dr. Cordie Williams, her mission is to serve the masses so that every person she comes in contact with has the best opportunity to create the life of their dreams through optimal health.

Doug Gibbs

- HEAD OF CONSTITUTIONAL STUDIES -

Advisory Board

Col Jeffrey A Powers, USMC Ret.

- ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER -

Colonel Powers was born on 17 Jan 1955 in New York, NY. He was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps following graduation from Villanova University. Since his commissioning, he has served in the Fleet Marine Force and supporting establishments.

In January 1978 he assumed duties as Platoon Commander, A Company, 1st Battalion 7th Marines.
In January 1979 he assumed duties as Platoon Commander in B Co 1st Recon Battalion.
In May 1979 he was promoted to 1st lieutenant. He assumed duties as the Company Executive Officer at B Co 1st Recon Battalion in January 1981.
In August 1981, he was transferred to 3d Recon Battalion and was initially assigned as assistant operations officer.
In December 1981, he was assigned as a Company Commander for C Co, 3d Recon Battalion and promoted to Captain in April 1982.
In July 1982 he assumed the duties as Marine Officer Instructor at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute until May 1985 when he attended the Infantry Officer’s Advance Course at Ft Benning Ga.
In January 1986 he attended the Defense Language School (Dutch) followed by a two-year assignment to the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps initially as the assistant operations officer.
In April 1987 he commanded the 11th Company 1st Amphibious Combat Group RNLMC until his transfer to 29 Palms in August 1988.
In September 1988 he assumed the duties as a Company Commander, B Co 3d Light Armor Infantry (LAI), Battalion 29 Palms and Camp Fuji Japan. He was promoted to Major in July 1989.
In November 1989 he served as the Detachment Commander of Detachment 3d LAI Battalion 29 Palms and deployed to Saudi Arabia in August 1990 as Task Force Commander, Task Force Lima, 7th MEB (Desert Shield).
In September 1990 he was assigned as Task Force Operations Officer (Desert Shield/Storm) Task Force Shepherd. In March 1991 he served again as Detachment Commander Det. 3d LAI Bn. and in April 1991 he assumed command of 3d Light Armor Infantry, Battalion call sign “Wolfpack.”
In September 1991 he was assigned to the U.S. Army JFK SWCS at Ft Bragg, NC and attended the Special Forces Detachment Officers Course earning the Green Beret.
In June 1992 he served as Company Commander for B Co.1st Battalion, 1st Special Force Training Group.
In August 1994 he attended the Marine Corps Command and Staff College and was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in April 1995.
In August 1995 he was assigned as Officer in Charge, Special Operations Training Group (SOTG), I MEF Camp Pendleton CA. From January 1998 until January 2000 he commanded 1st Light Armor Reconnaissance Battalion I“Highlanders.”
In January 2000 he assumed the duties as the Deputy Future Operations, I Marine Expeditionary Force G-3 and in March 2000 he was promoted to Colonel. He attended the Naval War College, Newport RI. from August 2000 until June 2001.
In July 2001 he served as the Director, Naval Expeditionary Warfare (N5), EWTGPAC Coronado CA. Colonel Powers retired in June, 2003.
In 2004, Colonel Powers was an analyst for Boeing. He was CEO of Homeland Security Technology International from 2004-2008.
From 2008 until the present he has been a range consultant for International Program Group.

Colonel Powers’ Personal decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with Combat V, Meritorious Service Medal w/2 Stars, Combat Action Ribbon. Colonel Powers is married to the former Heidi Hulst of Laguna Beach CA. Colonel Powers has two daughters, Amanda and Brittany and a son, Bjørn.

Henry Marks

- ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER -

I believe all people of this Country should participate in the effort to preserve our rights of Freedom.

I first met Dr. Cordie Williams at the 1776 Forever Free ‘FREEDOM TOUR’ in Sacramento on September 19, 2020. At that time I knew I had found an individual and organization I wanted to be involved with. The incredible heart felt hug and words from Dr. Williams set my journey with 1776 Forever Free in motion on a path to help restore, save and promote our Freedoms. From that time I have been blessed with the acquaintance of these incredible Patriots involved with the organization and honored to help in its mission.

Rob Maness

- ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER -

Rob Maness is the owner and CEO of Iron Liberty Group LLC, a retired Air Force Colonel, a former Utility executive, a former US Senate candidate, and GatorPAC Chairman. He is also a member of the Harrison County MS Republican Party Executive Committee, and active in grassroots policy advocacy, including criminal justice reform, and veteran policies.

Rob enlisted in the Air Force at 17 and served in three assignments countering terrorist bomb makers before being selected for officer and flight training. During his career he served on the Joint Staff, commanded the oldest bomber squadron in the Air Force, and the sixth largest installation in the world before retiring from active duty with more than 32 years of military service.

Colonel Maness led numerous combat flying operations, including Operations Just Cause, Desert Storm, and as a bomber squadron commander in Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. He was also on duty in the National Military Command Center during the September 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon where he assisted with planning the U.S. response after the attacks. His combat decorations include the Bronze Star and Air Medal.

After retiring from the Air Force, Rob served as the Director of Safety and Training for Entergy Corp. overseeing utility operations safety operations and five training centers in five states. In this position he was responsible for system safety during national emergencies such as hurricane recovery operations.
After leaving Entergy Corp. to run for the U.S. Senate, Rob started Iron Liberty Group LLC, a digital publishing and consulting company. Rob is a Contributor and Television Host at LifeZette.com and Red Voice News. He has appeared on Fox News, Fox Business, CNN, NewsMAX, OANN, and Real America’s Voice. As an author, he is published in The Washington Times, Breitbart News, OpsLens, Human Events, Morning Consult, American Military News, and Global Security Review.

Colonel Maness is a founding Board Member at Military Advocacy Project of Louisiana, Inc., committed to preventing veteran suicides and ensuring military families have equal access to benefits. Rob is a Board member of Military Veterans Advocacy Inc. He also serves as a Board Advisor to several organizations: the New York City – based school literacy non-profit, WGI, Inc, the New York Young Republicans, and Stand Together Against Racism And Radicalism in the Services.

Colonel Maness is a graduate of the University of Tampa, Cum Laude, and holds master’s degrees from Harvard University’s Kennedy School, Air Command and Staff College, and the U.S. College of Naval Warfare.