by William Tyler Page

“I believe in the United States of America as a government of the
people, by the people, for the people; whose just powers are derived
from the consent of the governed, a democracy in a republic, a
sovereign Nation of many sovereign States; a perfect union, one and
inseparable; established upon those principles of freedom, equality,
justice, and humanity for which American patriots sacrificed their
lives and fortunes.

“I therefore believe it is my duty to my country to love it, to
support its Constitution, to obey its laws to respect its flag, and to
defend it against all enemies.”

Written in 1917, it was accepted by the United States House of Representatives on April 3, 1918.

Hat tip to US History.org

Imagine that, a creed that says we’re governed by the consent of the
people. Try telling that to some Republicrat politicians these days.
They won’t believe you.

Discuss this issue on LiveJournal.