That's why, in the aftermath of the Trayvon Martin verdict, with all the emotions and controversy that it sparked, I spoke about the need to bolster and reinforce our young men and give them the sense that their country cares about them and values them and is willing to invest in them.
Barack Obama: “That's why, in the aftermath of the Trayvon Martin verdict, with all the emotions and controversy that it sparked, I…”
On the recordFebruary 26, 2014
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President Obama addresses the need for support and investment in young men of color following the Trayvon Martin verdict.
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