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He is saying that the Fourth of July concert feels energizing and uplifting in a way that connects with being American. The quote expresses a strong emotional response tied to national identity.
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Originally said in English.
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About Jimmy Smits
American actor
Jimmy L. Smits is an American actor known for television roles that helped define his career. He is especially recognized for playing Attorney Victor Sifuentes on L.A. Law, Detective Bobby Simone on NYPD Blue, and Matt Santos on The West Wing, as well as Bail Organa in the Star Wars franchise. His best-known work spans legal, police, and political drama, along with science fiction films and related projects. Those roles made him a familiar presence on American television, with characters often placed in positions of authority, responsibility, and public service.
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