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Barack Obama: I've been blessed to be surrounded by strong compassionate women.

On the recordApril 6, 2009
I've been blessed to be surrounded by strong compassionate women.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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President Obama reflects on the influence of strong women in his life.

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