Barack Obama actually said...

Do we continue to build a middle class and generate ladders of opportunity so that anybody who works hard and is willing to take responsibility can succeed?

Context

Remarks at a Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Dinner in New York City

05/13/2014

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