“In a world that seems to be increasingly divided, it is more important than ever to forge common ground. Be open to exploring different points of view, which will help you create better ideas and stronger solutions. And be prepared for the fact that, along the way, you WILL encounter ideas that will challenge you. It may be difficult and uncomfortable to consider these perspectives. But ideas are not defeated by suppression. They’re defeated by better and more persuasive ideas. I URGE you to embrace the power of free speech. And to commit yourselves to the arduous task of building bridges of understanding through civil discourse. This work is foundational to our democracy and vital to building bridges of understanding.”
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