Christianity is an ‘anchor': 5 takeaways from King Charles' speech to Congress
5. Diversity and the world
Charles also spoke about the importance of diversity, noting that America’s Founding Fathers succeeded in part by “drawing strength in diversity.”
“In both of our countries, it is the very fact of our vibrant, diverse and free societies that gives us our collective strength, including to support victims of some of the ills that, so tragically, exist in both our societies today,” Charles said.
He also pointed to how the Congress was built on “the deliberation of many, representing the living mosaic of the United States” rather than “the will of one.”
“I pray with all my heart that our alliance will continue to defend our shared values, with our partners in Europe and the Commonwealth, and across the world, and that we ignore the clarion calls to become ever more inward-looking,” he continued.
“America’s words carry weight and meaning, as they have since independence. The actions of this great nation matter even more.”
Charles concluded his remarks by stating that “to the United States of America, on your 250th birthday, let our two countries rededicate ourselves to each other in the selfless service of our peoples and of all the peoples of the world.”
