Barack Obama actually said...

Serving the public is not just about a paycheck—it's about contributing to the steady effort to perfect our Union over time so our democracy works for everyone.

Context

Proclamation 9440—Public Service Recognition Week

04/28/2016

https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...

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