Barack Obama: “As I said earlier today, we face some daunting challenges. It will not…”

On the recordJanuary 19, 2009

As I said earlier today, we face some daunting challenges. It will not be easy, and it will not be quick for us to solve these issues.

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Obama reiterates the difficulties ahead for his administration.

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