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Garret Graves
@garretgraves· Republican · LA· Mar 27, 2019

I think that this is an opportunity for us to reset, to redefine the narrative, to work together to address issues that are of mutual concern.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Jan 19, 2017

It's up to us to do everything we can to build more ladders of success for every child and family that's willing to work hard.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Jul 17, 2016

Americans must lead by example and chart new paths to liberty and opportunity.

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Bernie Sanders
@berniesanders· Independent · VT· Mar 8, 2016

I want every kid to know if you do your school work, study hard, yes, you will be able to get a college education.

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Hillary Clinton
@hillaryclinton· Democratic · NY· Mar 8, 2016

I am looking forward to the opportunity to discuss how we knock down the barriers that stand in the way of people getting ahead and staying ahead, starting with the economic ones.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Oct 14, 2015

America is at its best when all our people have the tools and resources they need to pursue their dreams and meet their full potential.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Oct 13, 2015

no person's potential should be limited by anything other than the scope of their dreams.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Oct 8, 2015

Every person deserves the opportunity to reach for his or her dreams, regardless of their sex or gender.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Oct 8, 2015

We must continue to improve the odds for at-risk girls and ensure they are visible, valued, and have every opportunity to succeed.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Sep 29, 2015

Safeguarding and opening doors of opportunity for every American will remain a driving focus for our country.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Jun 10, 2015

This week, let us renew our resolve to harness the potential of our time—the technology, opportunity, and talent of our people—and empower all of today's thinkers, makers, and dreamers.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· May 28, 2015

As President, I am committed to ensuring every child in America—regardless of who they are or where they live—has the opportunity to explore these treasured spaces.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· May 17, 2015

In America everyone should be empowered by the country they call home, not limited by the zip code into which they are born.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· May 17, 2015

Every child—no matter who they are, what they look like, or where they grow up—deserves the chance to reach their full potential.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· May 17, 2015

This head start in life leaves a lasting impact on our students and fuels their curiosity.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· May 17, 2015

If we as a society don't do more to expand opportunity to everybody who's willing to work for it, then we'll end up seeing conflicts between law enforcement and residents.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· May 14, 2015

Generations of hardworking Americans have made our economy the greatest in the world, and together, we can ensure that trade safeguards our country's promise as a land of opportunity where everyone can make it if they try.

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