Barack Obama actually said...

The American people don't have the luxury of just focusing on Wall Street. They don't have the luxury of choosing to pay either their mortgage or their medical bills.

Context

President Obama emphasizes the financial struggles faced by everyday Americans during the economic crisis.

03/16/2009

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