We upheld the spirit of service at the core of our democracy, and we widened the circle of opportunity not just for a privileged few, but for the ambitious many.

WHITEHOUSE: Presidential Proclamation -- Loyalty Day, 2012

"We are delighted that the court has upheld the rights of all artists to protect and control their creative efforts, " said the heavy metal band Metallica, who were the first group to demand their songs be removed from Napster.

BBC: You are in: Business

"We are pleased that Fifa has once again upheld the principle that players born in Northern Ireland should be free to choose whether they wish to play for the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland, " said an FAI statement.

BBC: CHOOSE A SPORT