Barack Obama actually said...

while the public option is important, it's not going to be a deal-breaker.

Obama's advisers stated that he would convey that the public option is not essential for reaching a deal on health care.

09/07/2009

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Inspiring citizens of all ages, many serve as advocates and volunteers in community service roles.

The growth of effective public charter schools benefits our children.

Many senior citizens remain in the workforce to support themselves and their families.

Geography has made us neighbors, tradition has made us friends.