I like the meaning of the statements I am reading and hearing. I do wish that the great quotes were grammatically better, or, at least not passive sentences. Short, simple words, spoken in an active tone make for amazing lines.
... the only thing we have to fear is fear itself...
... ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country.
Still, many of Obama's lines inspired me, as I hope they can inspire the rest of my fellow citizens.
"We can't expect to solve our problems by tearing each other down."
"...this kind of vilification and over-the-top rhetoric closes the door to the possibility of compromise."
"It may make your blood boil. Your mind may not be changed. But the practice of listening to opposing views is essential for effective citizenship."
"When our government is spoken of as some menacing, threatening foreign entity, it ignores the fact that in our democracy, government is us."
-AP News Story via Yahoo
This is our country, and in our country, we elect representatives to use our collective ability to make our country a great place to be.
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