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The value of compromise

I went back to visit Independence Hall in my hometown of Philadelphia, making another pilgrimage to the birthplace of the United States of America. As we waited in the anteroom preparing to enter the hall, the docent pointed out a painting of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

 

 

 

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