Have you wondered why Donald Trump connects with his supporters in such a visceral way? Today, I share the story and takeaways of when I unexpectedly stumbled upon Mr. Trump's first major campaign rally in the summer of 2015 while on a layover in Phoenix. The event left me convinced Mr. Trump would be way more of a factor in the Republican presidential primary than many were then expecting. If we are to reignite the American spirit, this episode--and the one next week--hint at some of the critical keys to our success. 

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Pennsylvania native Korry Franke is a major airline captain, speaker, and the author of 3 Feet to the Left: A New Captain’s Journey from Pursuit to Perspective. He believes America has lost its way. To find its course again, Korry says America must rediscover the keystone that drives and unites us. Now, through his Keystone Letters, he unpacks for his neighbors in Pennsylvania and beyond his vision for what that keystone is and how we can put it to use in reigniting the American spirit.