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We’ve definitely been reminded this week that leadership makes a big difference. The first major ground conflict in Europe since 1945 erupted, with Russian President Vladimir Putin darkly suggesting the worst may be yet to come. President Biden made a historic Supreme Court nomination, which the recent past suggests could cause a political fight. And on Tuesday night, Biden will deliver his first State of the Union Address, to a full house that may or may not be wearing masks. Amid the drama, we have seen some small but hopeful signs of unity. Most Republicans have refused to echo Donald Trump’s praise of Mr. Putin, instead offering measured support for President Biden’s actions regarding the conflict in Ukraine. Senators of both parties provided words of respect for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, vowing to do their duty in considering her nomination. Our elected officials must often act on many serious matters at the same time, which gives them every reason to remember that there is more that unites us than divides us, and that in tough times, we need to stick together. As our National Co-chair Senator Joe Lieberman, who turned 80 this week, has said, “It takes leaders who are willing to work together across party lines to get something done.” Lots of challenges ahead, and unity is our best friend. Margaret White |
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