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Barack Obama: “Michelle and I thank Congressman Miller for his service and leadership, and we wish him, his wife Cynthia, and their…”

On the recordJanuary 12, 2014
Michelle and I thank Congressman Miller for his service and leadership, and we wish him, his wife Cynthia, and their children and grandchildren the very best in the future.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Statement on Representative George Miller III's Decision Not To Seek Reelection

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