On the recordJanuary 6, 2010
Here at home we will strengthen our defenses but we will not succumb to a siege mentality that sacrifices the open society and liberties and values that we cherish as Americans.
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President Obama emphasizes the importance of maintaining American values and not giving in to fear in the face of terrorism.
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