An American's Creed
I do not choose to be a “common” man. It is my right to be uncommon--- if I can.
I seek opportunity--- not security.
I do not wish to be a “kept” citizen, humbled and dulled by having the state look after me.
I want to take the calculated risk; to dream and to build; to fail and to succeed.
I refuse to barter incentive for a dole.
I prefer the challenges of life to the guaranteed existence, the thrill of fulfillment to the stale calm of Utopia.
I will not trade freedom for beneficence nor my dignity for a handout.
I will never cower before any master nor bend to any threat.
It is my heritage to stand erect, proud and unafraid; to think and act for myself; to enjoy the benefit of my creations and to face the world boldly and say, “This I have done, with the help of God”!
All this is what it means to be an American.
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