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When in the course of human events (montage of intense events of the 21st century), it becomes increasingly necessary to recognize the fundamental qualities that connect us,
Then we must reevaluate the truths we hold to be self-evident:
That all humans are created equal and all are connected. (show from different cultures: births, love, death)
That we share the pursuits of life, liberty, happiness, food, water, shelter, safety, education, justice, and hopes for a better future.
That our collective knowledge, economy, technology, and environment are fundamentally interdependent.
That what will propel us forward as a species is our curiosity, our ability to forgive, our ability to appreciate, our courage...and our desire to connect…(montage there of people dancing, music)
That these things we share will ultimately help us evolve to our fullest common potential.
And whereas we should take our problems seriously, we should never take ourselves too seriously. (funny montage of humans doing silly things)
Because another thing that connects us…is our ability to laugh…and our attempt to learn from our mistakes..(wright brothers in their plane)
So that we can learn from the past, understand our place in the world, and use our collective knowledge to create a better future.
We can make the future whatever we want it to be.
So perhaps it’s time that we, as a species, who love to laugh, ask questions, and connect....do something radical and true.
For centuries, we have declared independence.
Perhaps it’s now time, that we, as humans, declare our interdependence!
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