Political Quotes

On the recordJune 14, 2007
Each year at this time we honor and think about the fathers who've been a part of our lives - the examples they've set, the sacrifices they've made, their successes and their struggles.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama reflecting on Father's Day and the significance of fathers in our lives.

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