A Visit to the Statue of Liberty

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The writer describes the significance of visiting the Statue of Liberty. The writer portrays the panoramic view of the city and the depth this experience had for him/her. The writer shares his/her thoughts about how this copper statue is a constant reminder of the enduring edifice of the American democracy.

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"The bustling rhythm of everyday life tends to distract us from actually paying attention to images we see on a regular basis. For instance, few New Yorkers really take into consideration anymore the existence of one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, the Empire State Building. They see it as a mere and constant presence on the city's urban landscape. Although it is hard to admit it, the Statue of Liberty unfortunately seems to enjoy the same treatment. There are New Yorkers who have never been to Ellis Island to enjoy the close up view of Lady Liberty or, on the contrary, to experience the far away image of Manhattan. Last summer I was determined not to be one of those people that would settle for less than the entire experience of freedom the Statue of Liberty enshrines."

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