Sherrilyn Ifill: How do we define patriotism? 

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Jim Lehrer: What is the role of a free press in a democracy?

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George Takei: What shining ideals of democracy do you carry?

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Martin Nesbitt: Why is the peaceful transfer of power important in a democracy?

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Mitt Romney: What gives you optimism about America?

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Jon Meacham: How would you describe the story of our country?

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Edna Greene Medford: How do you think Lincoln’s evolution reflects what the nation can be?

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Lisa Tetrault: Do you believe voting is a fundamental right?

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Michele Norris: What does it mean to be an American?

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Dale Minami: Do you share his idealism on civic participation? 

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John Lewis: What is the relationship between the philosophy nonviolence and democracy?

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John McCain: On Military Service

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Eleanor Holmes Norton: On Movements and Revolution

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Madeleine Albright: On Addressing Sexism

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