Barack Obama actually said...

With unyielding determination to stand on their shoulders and reach for an even freer and more equal tomorrow, we can honor them with the recognition and respect worthy of their extraordinary contributions to our country.

Context

Proclamation 9378—150th Anniversary of the 13th Amendment

12/03/2015

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