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Barack Obama: “I remain committed to strengthening Medicare and Social Security—hallmark programs that enabled an entire generation of…”

On the recordApril 28, 2016
I remain committed to strengthening Medicare and Social Security—hallmark programs that enabled an entire generation of older Americans to live with stability and security.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Proclamation 9436—Older Americans Month

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