And I saw what thousands of Americans saw over Memorial Day weekend: you are stronger than the storm. After all you've dealt with, after all you've been through, the Jersey shore is back and it is open for business. And they want all Americans to know that they're ready to welcome you here.
President Obama reassures the public about the recovery of the Jersey shore after Superstorm Sandy.
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