‘Everything We Love Is on the Line’

America’s midterm elections will probably be determined primarily by issues like affordability. But what is at stake goes far beyond the quotidian concerns that many voters are focused on.

The principles and strategies that over multiple generations have made the United States the world’s leading nation in effect are on the ballot, and these midterms mark a potential turning point.

Let’s focus on three pillars that explain the rise, strength and resilience of our nation.

First is education: The United States........

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