German Chancellor Angela Merkel describes in German the Liberty Bell in Berlin, and the few times it was rang. She then goes on to describe in English how the Liberty Bell in Berlin is similar to the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, saying that the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is a “symbol which reminds us that freedom does not come about of itself. It must be struggled for and then defended anew every day of our lives.” (0:33)

 

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Raquel Toledo of Philadelphia, PA supports Judge Sonia Sotomayor’s nomination to the Supreme Court because she believes it will better reflect the makeup of the nation. (:08)

 

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