Such absurd arguments ignore the fact that America is not alone in our sins, but we stand apart in our triumphs. Virtually every nation on earth has a history of conquest, slavery, and injustice. This is the history of the world. America is unique, however, in what we’ve accomplished in the way of equality of opportunity, equal justice, freedom, and prosperity. While there may be plenty to criticize, especially when it comes to the moral state of America today, there’s also a lot to be grateful for and a lot to preserve and protect.
