Quote by Barack Obama

I know my country has not perfected itself. At times, we've struggled to keep the promise of liberty and equality for all of our people. We've made our share of mistakes, and there are times when our actions around the world have not lived up to our best intentions.

I know my country has not perfected itself. At times, we've

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This quote acknowledges the imperfections of the speaker's country. It concedes that the nation has faced challenges in upholding the ideals of freedom and equality for all its citizens. It recognizes the existence of mistakes made in the past and acknowledges instances where the country's actions internationally have fallen short of their well-meaning goals. Overall, the quote emphasizes the need for self-reflection, growth, and learning from past mistakes to strive towards becoming a more just and inclusive society.

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