Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 20, 2008
If we don't bring the country together, stop the endless bickering, actually focus on solutions and reduce the special interests that have dominated Washington, then we will not get anything done.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama stresses the need for unity and action to overcome political gridlock.

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