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Barack Obama: That's how we'll beat back our present dangers, that's how we will surpass what trials may come.

On the recordFebruary 11, 2009
That's how we'll beat back our present dangers, that's how we will surpass what trials may come.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama calls for unity and perseverance in facing current challenges.

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