"The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism. . . the independence and liberty you possess are the work of joint counsels, and joint efforts of common dangers, sufferings, and successes."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Mike Johnson:
"Presidents Day is an opportunity now to reflect on the unparalleled legacy and blessings we have been afforded in this exceptional country of ours--and to pass that along to our children and grandchildren. As Washington admonished in his Farewell Address:"Read on Twitter
"Today is also the day that Washington's famous Farewell Address is read in its entirety on the floor of the U.S. Senate--which is a tradition that began on February 22, 1862, during the darkest days of the Civil War, as an effort to remind America of our unity and greatness."Read on Twitter
"Since we included the observance of Abraham Lincolns birthday (February 12) at that time, the joint celebration became known as Presidents Day."Read on Twitter
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