Political Quotes

On the recordJune 21, 2011
I speak for all Americans when I say that we will keep our sacred trust with you and provide you with the care and benefits and opportunity that you deserve.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Address to the Nation on the Drawdown of United States Military Personnel in Afghanistan

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