| We assume, until proven otherwise, that a problem can be dealt with, and will not rest until we solve it. We are the most advanced nation on Earth, the society which most reflects the changes wrought by democracy, the rise of technology, and the growth of capitalism. The kind of dynamism which is possible when people are generally free to pursue their interests, without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, or even sex, has generally unleashed a wealth of talent in most spheres of activity. A free people, with resources aplenty and a will to succeed, has every reason to meet challenges head on, with confidence that they can make a difference........ |