America argues about everything, but prays as one man for Dolly Parton: she is the American Dream made flesh

No, the US does not have a royal family. But they do have a Queen, as it turns out when it seems for a moment on Wednesday that Dolly Parton is seriously ill. Suddenly all of America is praying as one for the living legend. And, yes, that is quite special in these times of polarization. Six explanations for Dolly’s unique status.

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