Political Quotes

On the recordMay 22, 2022
The news from Wall Street has shaken the American people's faith in our economy. We are in the most serious financial crisis in generations.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
Source
msnbc.com

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Obama comments on the financial crisis and its impact on public trust in the economy.

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