On the basis of Irving Berlins long and distinguished career and the unquestioned popularity of his great song. it seems obvious that "God Bless America" deserves special recognition as our Nations official Bicentennial song. What better way. Mr. President. to pay tribute to the spirit of America than by honoring a song written by the son of immigrant parents? Irving Berlin was born in Russia on May 11. 1888. the son of Moses and Leah Baline. and came to this country in 1893. His music has won him the Medal of Meritfor "This is the Army." and of a Congressional Gold Medalfor "God Bless America." Irving Berlin represents the American dream come true.
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