And that's the basis for its unprecedented survival through two very turbulent centuries. Hopefully, Americans will always bear this in mind. America's heritage offers great hope to the world-if we ourselves don't bury it. The parallel between modern Russia and our old Continental Congress is remarkable. They too need unity, and centered on Godly principles, rather than communist guns.
Administrations come and go, but America endures.
Her people's life expectancy and living standard are steadily improving. Its houses of worship continue to fill each Holy Day. Actually living by the Golden Rule would transform American society beyond the fondest hopes of her Founders. Thus our third century will progress far beyond the first two.