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John F. Kerry

I saw courage both in the Vietnam War and in the struggle to stop it. I learned that patriotism includes protest, not just military service.

Courage

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John F. Kerry is saying that bravery was shown not only by soldiers fighting in the Vietnam War but also by those who opposed it.

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