"The American Idea is that the condition of one's birth should not determine the outcome of one's life. Today, many are concerned about the political situation of the United States - from Congress to the White House. There is reason to hope that our grand experiment in self governance is actually stronger than ever. The thirst for authentic transpartisan leadership, which will help us build a more perfect union, is evidenced by the interest in political leaders who are willing to venture into territory that politicians typically avoid."
