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Nice essay, and I like the reference to The Hero's Journey. I also love what you’re calling for: a larger, inspiring story that connects a nation’s history to its future. One small thought for you. Maybe it's just me, but the word "myth" sometimes carries a connotation of "falsehood" or "manipulation." If you want to avoid that (and again, maybe it's just me) you might consider a descriptive phrase like "national narrative," or "shared story," or even "mythos," which all carry the meaning you’re after without the unintended baggage. Otherwise, I love your bold vision, and I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving.

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