Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans, born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace, proud of our ancient heritage, and unwilling to witness
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And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country.
America has never been an empire. We may be the only great power in history that had the chance, and refused ? preferring greatness to power and justice to glory.
The peaceful transfer of authority is rare in history, yet common in our country. With a simple oath, we affirm old traditions and make new beginnings.
If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.
I believe that truth is the glue that holds government together, not only our government but civilization itself.
All this will not be finished in the first 100 days. Nor will it be finished in the first 1,000 days, nor in the life of this administration, nor even perhaps in our lifetime on this planet. But let us begin.
If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.