Political Quotes

On the recordJune 12, 2011
I am absolutely confident about America's prospects for the 21st century, but we do have some challenges.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Remarks During a Meeting With the President's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness in Durham

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