Even though this is late in an election year, there is no way we can go forward except together and no way anybody can win except by serving the people's urgent needs. We cannot stand still or slip backwards. We must go forward now together.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Despite the late election year, progress requires unity and serving the people's needs rather than division or standing still.
- In plain terms
- Move forward together to meet people's needs instead of standing still.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize unity and service over division, especially in crisis.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is unity most important?
- How do you prioritize needs?
Another view
Partisan competition may sometimes drive necessary change or scrutiny.
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