They say a convert is often more Catholic than the Pope. Likewise, a naturalized citizen often feels more American than a native-born. I speak from experience and remain bullish on America: its dollar, military, economy, people, science, and boundless potential.
The greatest strength of the American experiment is the First Amendment, which grants us the freedom to question, debate, and critique how this experiment is unfolding. Are we still on the right path as a nation? Can we still see that shining city on a hill? Do we still honor the cycles of history, trusting that creative destruction leads to renewal and rebirth?
In a previous column, I likened President Trump to Kali, the Hindu god of destruction and rebirth. As we approach America’s 250th birthday—having survived and flourished through three full 80-year historical cycles—it feels like the fabric of our national identity is fraying…
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