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

Barack Obama
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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. ✨ Address to the People of Berlin, delivered 24 July 2008, Victory Column
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