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Barack Obama: Michelle and I were saddened by the terrible accident in northeast Washington, D.C. today. Our thoughts and prayers go…

On the recordJune 21, 2009
Michelle and I were saddened by the terrible accident in northeast Washington, D.C. today. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends affected by this tragedy.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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President Obama expressed condolences regarding the train crash and acknowledged the efforts of first responders.

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