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Barack Obama: “As the people of the world celebrate Nelson Mandela's 93d birthday on July 18, Madiba continues to be a beacon for the…”

On the recordJuly 16, 2011
As the people of the world celebrate Nelson Mandela's 93d birthday on July 18, Madiba continues to be a beacon for the global community and for all who work for democracy, justice, and reconciliation.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
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presidency.ucsb.edu

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Statement on Nelson Mandela International Day

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