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Barack Obama: Committed families shape and guide our children, preparing them for every obstacle they may encounter and encouraging…

On the recordSeptember 26, 2010
Committed families shape and guide our children, preparing them for every obstacle they may encounter and encouraging them to overcome life's most demanding challenges.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Proclamation 8570—Family Day

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