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Barack Obama: “That is why I am so pleased that we are joined tonight not only by so many outstanding Muslim Americans and…”

On the recordAugust 31, 2009
That is why I am so pleased that we are joined tonight not only by so many outstanding Muslim Americans and representatives of the diplomatic corps, but people of many faiths.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
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Remarks at the Iftar Dinner

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