What America gave to our family and so many other families was a haven. A haven where their hopes and dreams could be realized. Where their families could find sanctuary. Where their children could be educated. Where they could practice the religion they followed with safety and security. Where they could achieve economic success and rise to whatever level their talents would merit. ... We know that America is not perfect, but we also know that Americans have constantly worked to follow our better angels and make this a society worth being emulated all over the world.