"What constitutes an
American? Not color nor race nor religion. Not the pedigree of
his family nor the place of his birth. Not the coincidence of
his citizenship. An American is one who loves justice and
believes in the dignity of man. An American is one who will
fight for his freedom and that of his neighbor. An American is
one who will sacrifice property, ease, and security in order
that he and his children may retain the rights of all free
men."
