Opinion: Obama marks the Hungarian Revolution, the 1848 one
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Having set its clocks ahead one hour like most of the rest of us, the White House Sunday issued the following statement about a revolution 162 years ago. Not to be confused with another Hungarian revolution 54 years ago (see photo above):
I send my warmest wishes to all those that will celebrate the anniversary of the 1848 Hungarian Revolution tomorrow. That event was a defining moment in Hungary’s struggle for freedom, and continues to serve as inspiration for all those that advocate for freedom’s cause. Our two nations are bound by our shared values and our solemn obligations to each other through the NATO Article 5 commitment to one another’s security. On this occasion, I also wish to pay tribute to those many Americans that can trace their roots to Hungary. They continue to make important contributions to our society, enriching the character and culture of the United States.
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