Barack Obama said "Not just to hold an office, but to gather with you to transform a nation." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 9, 2007

Not just to hold an office, but to gather with you to transform a nation.

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Obama outlining his purpose for running for president.

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