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Barack Obama: “Today, we recognize their sacrifices by listening to their stories, sharing in their pain and pride, and pledging to do…”

On the recordSeptember 22, 2016
Today, we recognize their sacrifices by listening to their stories, sharing in their pain and pride, and pledging to do all we can to honor them and the loved ones they hold close in their hearts.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Proclamation 9502—Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day

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