Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 14, 2022
I know there’s not a parent in America who doesn’t feel the same overwhelming grief that I do.
Said by
Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Former President Obama expresses his grief over the Sandy Hook tragedy and its impact on families.

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