I think we can end the divisions within the United States. What I think is quite clear is that we can work together in the last analysis. And that what has been going on with the United States over the period of that last three years, the divisions, the violence, the disenchantment with our society, the divisions - whether it's between blacks and whites, between the poor and the more affluent, or between age groups, or in the war in Vietnam - that we can work together. We are a great country, an unselfish country and a compassionate country. And I intend to make that my basis for running.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Kennedy argues that the US can overcome divisions and work together based on shared compassion.
- In plain terms
- He believes Americans can unite across differences through shared compassion.
- What can you take from it?
- Unity is possible through recognizing shared values over divisions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you bridge deep divides?
- Is national unity achievable?
Another view
It assumes political unity can be achieved simply through goodwill.
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