Jimmy Carter actually said...

I call upon all Americans to observe the period from Flag Day through Independence Day as a period to honor America through public gatherings and other suitable activities that will demonstrate their pride in their Nation and its accomplishments.

Context

Proclamation 4508—Flag Day and National Flag Week, 1977

06/10/1977

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