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Barack Obama: These attacks in East Africa stand as testament to Al Qaida's commitment to use unspeakable violence to kill innocent…

On the recordAugust 6, 2011
These attacks in East Africa stand as testament to Al Qaida's commitment to use unspeakable violence to kill innocent men, women, and children, regardless of their religion, race, or nationality.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Statement on the 13th Anniversary of the Terrorist Attacks Against U.S. Embassies in Africa

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