history and culture, so important. for generations now the american legion has taught our young people the principles of americaamericanism. you emphasize the need to preserve the nation's cultural, moral and patriotic values. you encourage the observation of patriotic holidays. you stress the need tone force our laws including our immigration laws. [ applause ] president: you teach the responsibilities of citizenship and the importance of the pledge of allegiance. [ applause ] president: so important. you do it all as your motto says "for god and country."