This Saturday, more than 100,000 fans will fill Michigan Stadium to watch the University of Michigan and Ohio State University renew their storied rivalry. A clash of pride, tradition and identity that stretches back to 1897 has defined football for generations.

Yet, beyond the roar of the crowd lies a more profound truth: the rivalry that divides us on gameday also unites us in purpose the rest of the year. Our nation’s research universities — powerhouses like Michigan and Ohio State — are essential to America’s global leadership.

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