Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 3, 2008
We are choosing hope over fear. We're choosing unity over division and sending a powerful message that change is coming to America.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama emphasizes a message of hope and unity in his campaign.

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