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Barack Obama: We want to build an economy where work pays off so that no matter what you look like or where you come from, you can…

On the recordAugust 5, 2012
We want to build an economy where work pays off so that no matter what you look like or where you come from, you can make it here if you try.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Remarks at an Obama Victory Fund 2012 Fundraiser in Stamford

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