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What does it mean?
National greatness comes from unity and working together under one Constitution.
In plain terms
Working together makes America great.
What can you take from it?
Unity enables national greatness.

Where it applies

  • campaign rallies
  • inaugural speeches
  • civic events

Putting it to work

  • foster cooperation
  • unite for common goals

Questions to consider

  • What unites your country most?
  • How does collaboration drive progress?

Another view

Political polarization can severely limit the ability to work together.

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