The story of Passover has inspired liberation movements and thinkers throughout history, from the French Revolution to the Puritans and even Marx. The responsibility that comes with freedom is terrifying and onerous, but with vision and strategy, humans can bend the arc of history towards justice. Protesting is essential in the face of governments that trample on civil protections, but we must guard against demonization and polarization. The Passover seder provides a model for embracing shared national narratives and perpetuating collective freedom.