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WASHINGTON, D.C. (BNO NEWS) – President Barack Obama on Friday called on Americans to join together to celebrate Independence Day.

President Obama said that in every corner of the U.S., “we recall the valor and vision of patriots from Thirteen Colonies who declared independence from a powerful empire and gave birth to a new Nation.” He said that Americans don’t only gather in town centers and wave flags in parades to only recall the history they share, but rather to pay tribute to “the vibrant and enduring spirit of America established on [July 4th].”

He praised the first Americans, saying that such a Nation like the one that exists today would have seemed like an unattainable dream. “Their concept was revolutionary: a government of, by, and for the people,” he said. He continued, saying that has become the foundation of the American dream.

“This dream has not come without tremendous cost,” President Obama said. “From the farmers and tradesmen who served in militias during our American Revolution to the present day women and men protecting our Nation around the world, the sacrifices of our armed forces has been extraordinary.”

Obama called for not only a remembrance of former immeasurable bravery, but for Americans to “join together, hoist their mantle upon our shoulders, and carry that spirit of service into tomorrow.” He said that while America faces a daunting set of challenges, its history shows that they are not insurmountable.

He concluded, saying that on “our Nation’s birthday, may we come together in the enduring spirit of America to begin that work anew.”