Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 22, 2007
We want an end to this war. And we want diplomacy and peace. Not only can we save the environment; we can create jobs and opportunity. We're tired of fear. We're tired of division. We want something new. We want to turn the page.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama outlines his vision for peace and change in response to the current political climate.

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