Barack Obama actually said...

We celebrate the true meaning of patriotism, the love of a country that's so strong that these men and women were willing to risk their lives to defend our country even before they could call it their own.

Context

Remarks at a Naturalization Ceremony for Active Duty Servicemembers

04/22/2010

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