This little light: Tinker teen’s journey from youth to national leader

Jonathan Gorman speaks to Tinker Youth Center members during a celebration recognizing his National Military Youth of the Year title at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Aug. 10, 2026. Gorman thanked those in attendance for their support and credited his friends, family and Youth Center staff with helping him achieve his success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Brice)

PHOTO BY: Staff Sgt. Sarah Brice

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NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

VR 24-70mm f/2.8E

APERTURE

28/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

250

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