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On the recordMay 19, 2008
He has spent his life in service to this country, not for the sake of glory or recognition, but because he cares, deeply in his gut, about the causes of justice, and equality, and opportunity.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama praises Senator Edward Kennedy for his lifelong commitment to public service and social justice.

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