I cannot prevent him from continuing to make these outrageous remarks. But what I do want him to be very clear about, as well as all of you and the American people, is that, when I say I find these comments appalling, I mean it.
Obama acknowledges his inability to control Wright's statements while reaffirming his disapproval of them.
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