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Barack Obama: “That's what our government should be about. Not about who's high in the polls or who is saying what about who. But…”

On the recordMay 12, 2008
That's what our government should be about. Not about who's high in the polls or who is saying what about who. But rather who's helping you make sure you can achieve your American dream.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Obama outlines his vision for government focused on helping citizens achieve their dreams rather than political posturing.

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