With good reason we honor those who have fought and died for our country. But most of us will not be required to give that "last full measure of devotion." For the vast majority of us, it is our common lot not to die for our country but to live for it. We live for our country when we faithfully obey both the letter and spirit of the law;we live for our country when we are morally upright and honest in all our dealings with our fellow citizens; we live for our country when we shoulder our own responsibilities rather than shifting them to others. Citizens who possess the simple dignity to do these things are brave, committed and patriotic citizens. They form the sound and solid foundation upon which our society and its institutions rest. Without their sustaining influence, everything we hold dear would collapse. They are a mighty civilian army, valiantly supporting and protecting our nation. If you are not already a part of this national force, please enlist today.
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