For example, the fall of the Roman Empire could largely be attributed to failures within the Roman Empire. ... Rather, the potential downfall of America resides squarely on the shoulders of its citizens. ... It's pretty safe to say that an outside force won't lead to our downfall. One example of how our downfall from within is evident in the healthcare debate. ... Historically, we literally almost caused our downfall during the Civil War. ...

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