On the recordApril 26, 2016
This Loyalty Day, let us remember that what defines us as one American people is our dedication to common ideals—rather than similarities of origin or creed.
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presidency.ucsb.edu“This Loyalty Day, let us remember that what defines us as one American people is our dedication to common ideals—rather than similarities of origin or creed.”
Proclamation 9429—Loyalty Day
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