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Barack Obama: I call upon all Americans to observe this day by learning the signs of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and by…

On the recordJune 10, 2014
I call upon all Americans to observe this day by learning the signs of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and by raising awareness about this growing public health issue.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Proclamation 9141—World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

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