To this I do solemnly affirm and consent that:
• I am an American citizen and patriot.
• I am a militia member and part of a team.
• I serve the people of the United States of America and specifically the people of the state of Illinois.
• My mission is to see that the Constitution of the United States is upheld as it was written.
• I will always put my mission first, my brothers in arms second, and my self last.
• I will never quit or surrender.
• I am disciplined and mentally tough.
• I am as physically fit as possible.
• I commit to become proficient at whatever task I am given to fulfill my mission.
• I will maintain my arms, my equipment, and myself.
• I am a guardian of liberty and the American way of life.
• The Constitution will be upheld.
• I AM an Illinois State Militiamen.
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To preserve and defend the Constitution of the United States from all enemies, foreign and domestic. To provide community service and assistance where needed in times of need.