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Barack Obama: I have been blessed to be surrounded by strong, compassionate women.

On the recordApril 6, 2009
I have been blessed to be surrounded by strong, compassionate women.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

President Obama reflects on the strong women in his life and their impact on his goals.

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