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Megan McArdle on Belonging, Home, and National Identity

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Rooted Belonging: Heritage and Identity

This chapter examines the profound connections individuals have to their heritage and the emotional significance of returning to ancestral homelands. Through personal narratives, the speaker reflects on their experiences in Ireland and Israel, contrasting their cultural ties with their American identity while addressing themes of national belonging. It highlights the complexities of identity, community, and the evolving nature of belonging in today's fragmented society.

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