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What does it mean?
America's strength comes from being an open society that accepts criticism and diverse views without claiming absolute truth.
In plain terms
The US is strong because it allows debate and admits it can be wrong.
What can you take from it?
Stay open to criticism and different views to stay strong.

Where it applies

  • leadership
  • political discourse
  • community building

Putting it to work

  • encourage dissent
  • respect opponents
  • avoid dogma

Questions to consider

  • How open are you to being wrong?
  • What views do you struggle to respect?

Another view

Some may exploit openness to undermine the system.

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