A Generational Challenge to Repower America (as prepared)
July 19th, 2008 by 2CDC
By Al Gore
D.A.R. Constitution Hall, Washington, D.C.
July 17, 2008
(video excerpt here)
Ladies and gentlemen:
There are times in the history of our nation when our very way of life depends upon dispelling illusions and awakening to the challenge of a present danger. In such moments, we are called upon to move quickly and boldly to shake off complacency, throw aside old habits and rise, clear-eyed and alert, to the necessity of big changes. Those who, for whatever reason, refuse to do their part must either be persuaded to join the effort or asked to step aside. This is such a moment. The survival of the United States of America as we know it is at risk. And even more — if more should be required — the future of human civilization is at stake.
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