Families, after all, give our individual lives meaning and frame our pursuit of happiness. We reaffirm our commitment today to help even more families take charge of their lives and achieve independence. In the face of this change, my goal as governor is that no child, no family, be left behind as we cross the threshold of the 21st century. We reaffirm our commitment today to build a better community of Michigan. Our communities are a wonderful reminder of the diversity that has strengthened us, and the unity that has sustained us.
Civil society is premised on an ethos of service.
It's the spirit of the Good Samaritan helping one less fortunate. Without that spirit and love, Michigan can be neither good nor great. These are the cornerstones that have built our legacy of liberty. And these are the cornerstones on which we will continue to build to make Michigan an even greater state for us and for our children. My friends, we have learned much and accomplished more than was ever thought possible over the past eight years.