The tradition of Thanksgiving emphasizes gratitude directed outward toward God and highlights appreciation for blessings, contrasting with a more secular view that attributes positives to luck.
Lincoln’s 1863 proclamation established Thanksgiving as a time for 'thanksgiving and praise to our beneficent Father,' marking a shift towards collective gratitude amid national struggles.
As Franklin D. Roosevelt proclaimed in 1939, Thanksgiving serves as a reminder to give thanks for strength during hardships, showing how the holiday has historically brought hope.
Thanksgiving creates an opportunity for Americans to unite, putting aside political differences while embracing the spirit of gratitude and reflection on their blessings.
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