Barack Obama actually said...

The price of our progress has always been borne by the struggle and sacrifice of our people - by leaders who have asked ordinary Americans to do extraordinary things.

Context

Obama highlighting the sacrifices made by Americans to achieve progress.

05/06/2007

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