But I have chosen this course because this election, this election is about them. Theirs is the most important generation in America. And I'll tell you why. Because if we can capture the promise of this new century, they will be the freest and the most prosperous Americans that have ever lived. But if we fail, they will be the first generation of Americans to inherit a country worse off than the one left for their parents. (17:02–17:10)
CLAIM
Asserts that capturing the opportunities of the new century will lead to unprecedented freedom and prosperity for future generations.
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