He asked a former senator and governor of Massachusetts, Edward Everett, to give the dedication speech.

VOA: special.2009.11.12

"This is a place of healing." he told the audience at the dedication.

VOA: standard.2010.03.04

I mean,I found a new love for the sport, a new dedication."

VOA: standard.2010.01.31

"You know winning a gold medal on the field of play is one thing that speaks to your hard work and your dedication to being an elite athlete.

VOA: standard.2010.02.27