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Barack Obama: “In the face of those who would visit death upon innocence, we will choose to save and to comfort.”

On the recordApril 19, 2013
In the face of those who would visit death upon innocence, we will choose to save and to comfort.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Obama emphasizes the importance of compassion and support in the aftermath of tragedy.

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