Why It Matters

Why It Matters

Here, Right Matters—Reflections on the American Dream and the Fight Ahead

The recording of my speech at Cooper Union

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Alexander Vindman
Mar 21, 2025
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Last night, I delivered a speech at the Cooper Union, a historic venue where Abraham Lincoln once defined the moral stakes of his time. In that same spirit, I spoke about my family’s journey to America, the meaning of the American Dream, and the moral courage required to defend democracy in this time of rising authoritarianism.

Most importantly, I ended with a call to action for all Americans to reclaim our voice in shaping this country’s future. Below is a clip of the final three minutes of my speech:

For paid subscribers, I am including the full recording of my speech below:

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