I believe also as I stand here, that as time goes on, millions more of your countrymen will look back at the experience that you have participated in and they will reach the conclusion that you served the cause of the land of the free by being brave, brave far beyond the call of duty.
Remarks on Awarding the Congressional Medal of Honor to Twelve Members of the Armed Services.
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This was a serious act of omission for which I take full responsibility and which I deeply regret.
This house has a great heart, and that heart comes from those who serve.
I have done my very best in all the days since to be true to that pledge.
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