Sentence:  Now, when it comes to meeting the larger challenges we face as a nation, I realize that finding this unity is easier said than done – especially in Washington. But if we want to <WSD>compete</WSD> on the world stage as well as we've competed in the world's games, we need to find common ground. 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  To be in a position in which it is possible to win or triumph.