STATEMENT FROM PRESIDENT CLINTON ON AMERICA AT 250 AND THE STATE OF THE COUNTRY

"unleashed masked agents on American communities to seize people from their homes"

"weaponized government to settle personal scores, prosecute enemies, stamp out free speech"

"socialism for the super-rich (and their own enrichment)"

"serious threats to our own institutions and to our democracy itself"

"increasing poverty, inequality, and illness at home and around the world"

"started an unconstitutional war on a whim, with no clear objectives or exit strategy"

"at every major turning point, we have chosen inclusion over division"

"I love my country so much"

"celebrate the miracle that has brought us this far"

"in Abraham Lincoln's words, 'piled high with difficulty'"

"donating to charities in record numbers, and serving their country and communities in countless ways"

"there is still nothing wrong with America that cannot be cured by what's right"

"a compliant Congress"

"select even our military leaders based on their version of political correctness over ability"

"But this isn't the first time we've come close to the edge"

"The people in charge"

"tomorrow, wake up, and ask yourself what part you will play"