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What does it mean?
Reagan expresses sorrow over the death of a national leader and offers condolences.
In plain terms
It is sad when a country leader dies, and we send our sympathy.
What can you take from it?
Show respect and sympathy when leaders pass away.

Where it applies

  • funeral
  • public statement
  • transition of power

Putting it to work

  • expressing national grief
  • diplomatic courtesy

Questions to consider

  • How should we mourn leaders?
  • What defines a good leader?

Another view

Public figures may not warrant personal sorrow from all citizens.

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