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What does it mean?
Stewart acknowledges the loss of the WTC but emphasizes the enduring symbolism of the Statue of Liberty.
In plain terms
The world trade center is gone, but liberty remains.
What can you take from it?
Core values endure even when physical symbols fall.

Where it applies

  • reflecting on 9/11
  • discussing national symbols

Putting it to work

  • reframing loss
  • focusing on endurance

Questions to consider

  • What endures after trauma?
  • What symbolizes your country?

Another view

It glosses over the scale of the tragedy.

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