America to landing in nations around the world in that big, blue and white plane with the words united states of america madeleine understood her story was america s story. her story was america s story. she loved to speak about america as the indispensable nation. to her, the phrase was never a statement of arrogance. it was about gratitude for all this country made possible for her. it was a testament to her belief in the endless possibilities that only america could help unlock around the world, and to her understanding of what american power could achieve when it is united with