Unity is Key

In the past week, I've been able to witness two great displays of unity, and how integral that unity was to achieving a goal.

First there were the protesters in Tunisia and Egypt.  Pulling together for a common cause, these people were able to bring great attention to their causes.  In doing so, they also were able to get the support of a lot of people worldwide.  And why?  I think a big part of it has to do with the fact that these people all were willing to risk it all for the betterment of themselves and their society as a whole, without fear of repercussion or even possible death.  They planned and toiled to make sure that what they were about to do would be successful.  As the protesters gathered in Tahrir Square in Cairo, you could see that the strength in numbers was having it's effect not only with the protesters themselves, but with people in the military, and the media as well.  Respect had been gained, and the peoples' grievances were heard.  Not being an avid follower of middle east politics and lifestyles, I can only comment on the truly sensational act of seeing all these people pull together for a common cause and to see the great outcome of such an event.

Last night, I was witness to a different sort of pulling together for a common cause.  I watched my favorite professional team, the Green Bay Packers win the 45th Super Bowl.  They not only persevered through many an injured player during the regular season, but also through a few devastating injuries to veteran players during the biggest game for many to date.  How did they do it?  By pulling together for a common cause.  They all wanted this win.  All of them.  Those on injured reserve, those unable to suite up, those who probably wouldn't play, and those who were fortunate enough to play.  All of them worked together to make it all happen, and in doing so showed millions of people that no matter what obstacles are placed in front of them, it is possible to achieve anything through hard work, and doing so in a unified manner.

Although each of these events are highly different.  And one is much more important to life than the other.  Both examples show what the power of unification has on an anticipated outcome.  Americans should learn from these examples, and use them as a guide to help better ourselves, and to work towards a common goal that brings betterment to us all.