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The essence of America - that which really unites us - is not ethn

The essence of America – that which really unites us – is not ethnicity, or nationality or religion – it is an idea – and what an idea it is: That you can come from humble circumstances and do great things. – Condoleezza Rice

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Weve been a country thats been fortunate to be protected by two oceans, to not have serious attacks on our territory for most of our history. And we were unfortunately reminded in a very devastating way of our vulnerability. – Condoleezza Rice

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