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Doc Hastings

137 years later, Memorial Day remains one of America's most cherished patriotic observances. The spirit of this day has not changed - it remains a day to honor those who died defending our freedom and democracy.

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Memorial Day has been celebrated for 137 years as a special holiday in the United States. Its main purpose is still to remember and respect the people who lost their lives protecting the country's freedom and democratic values.

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My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.

Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.

Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.

I love America more than any other country in this world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually.

A man's country is not a certain area of land, of mountains, rivers, and woods, but it is a principle and patriotism is loyalty to that principle.

Memorial Day this year is especially important as we are reminded almost daily of the great sacrifices that the men and women of the Armed Services make to defend our way of life.