Political Quotes

On the recordJune 4, 2007
If we want to stop the cycle of poverty, then we need to start with our families.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Obama emphasizing the importance of strengthening families to break the cycle of poverty.

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