Barack Obama actually said...

I do have an unyielding belief that all people yearn for certain things. The ability to speak your mind and have a say in how you are governed, confidence in the rule of law and the equal administration of justice.

Context

Obama expresses his belief in universal human rights.

06/03/2009

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