The promise of America is worth fighting for from "summary" of A Promised Land by Barack Obama
The idea that the promise of America is worth fighting for is one that has been central to our nation's story from the very beginning. It's a belief that has inspired millions of Americans to work tirelessly to create a more perfect union, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.
Throughout our history, there have been moments when the promise of America has seemed out of reach. Times when our country was torn apart by conflict and division, when the forces of darkness seemed to be winning the day. But in each of those moments, there were also individuals who refused to give in to despair, who believed that the values that define us as a nation - equality, justice, and opportunity for all - were worth fighting for.
I've seen this belief in action throughout my own life, from the civil rights activists who risked everything to challenge the injustices of segregation, to the young people who marched in the streets to demand a more just and equitable society. And I've seen it in the eyes of the men and women I've had the privilege to serve as President - the soldiers who serve our country with honor and dignity, the teachers who inspire our children to dream big, the entrepreneurs who create jobs and drive our economy forward.
The promise of America is not just a slogan or a political talking point. It's a deeply held belief that our country is capable of living up to its highest ideals, of creating a future where every person has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background or circumstances. It's a belief that has been tested time and again, but has never been broken.
As we confront the challenges of our time - from the ongoing fight for racial justice, to the urgent need to address climate change and build a more sustainable future - it's easy to feel discouraged, to wonder whether the promise of America is still worth fighting for. But I believe that it is in moments of greatest darkness that our commitment to our values is most important. It is in those moments that we must redouble our efforts, and recommit ourselves to the hard work of building a more perfect union. Because the promise of America is not just a dream - it's a reality that we can create, if we have the courage and the determination to fight for it.
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