The Beard Revolution

The Beatles wrote the stirring words: "You say you want a Revolution, well you know, we all want to change the World." That is the same sentiment that inspired what came to be known around 82 Spruce St. as the "Beard Revolution." Initially, we supposed that the idea would not be so popular among the female population, but throwing caution to the wind, Jared boldy created a facebook group dedicated to the cause: Screw the Ladies, I'm Growing a Beard.



Weeks passed. Membership of the pro-beard Facebook group steadily increased. Many posted their support by leaving messages of encouragement; others vowed to start local chapters of the Beard Revolution in Arizona and Utah. One dedicated pro-beard activist even pledged to start a beard chapter at BYU, which outlaws beards as a matter of school policy. (While avoiding incitation, the BYU Chapter would provide a supportive forum for young men who would grow beards but for the BYU policy.)




While the Beard Revolution has enjoyed a powerful support, the reality is that circumstances often circumscribe our ability to maintain a beard. We find ourselves shaving to comply with dress code standards or like scenarios. The success of the Beard Revolution was not meant to be measured by it's duration. Rather, it is the spirit of the Revolution that will win the day. From the start, everyone who has dedicated themselves to growing a beard, whether it was for 1 week, 2 months, or even just 3 days, has expericence a degree of manly satisfaction. The Beard Revolution has sent a message to all the ladies in the world (and the wards) that some dudes are still okay with being Manly! If you support the Beard Revolution please contact your local chapter and find out how you can help today!