To lead our nation, they were called,
chosen by the people, to govern,
to guide our land, in their time
To plead from the bully pulpit,
move our country through legislation,
wage war and foster peace,
they added their voice, their mark
in the sands of time
February 19, 2008
The Exchange, NHPR, 2/18/08
Socrates Radio Café: What does Love of Country Mean?
http://www.nhpr.org/node/15188
(Raymond A. Foss)
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