“The country will survive as much by the process, by the freedom to speak, the freedom to vote, the freedom to be active in politics as by any particular issue,” Clinton said. “And because it’s like it is, compromise is essential.”
“We’re the most unique country in the world,” Biden said. “Most unique country in the world in the sense that we really do think democracy is dictated by the rule of the Constitution. And we do believe and we act, we do well, that all men are created equal.”
Bush highlighted ongoing civic participation by Americans as crucial to preserving democracy.
“My message is consider yourself fortunate to be a part of a great nation,” he said. “Study our history so you have a better sense for what the future will be like. And be a citizen, not a spectator. And by that I mean participate in the process, but also love
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