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What does it mean?
Elections choose sides; inaugurations unite them.
In plain terms
Voting divides; swearing‑in unites.
What can you take from it?
Seek unity after competition.

Where it applies

  • post‑election period
  • government formation

Putting it to work

  • promote bipartisan cooperation

Questions to consider

  • What steps help turn competition into cooperation?

Another view

It assumes unity is always achieved.

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