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On the recordMarch 2, 2010
They are waiting for us to lead. And as long as I hold this office, I intend to provide that leadership. And so I ask Congress to finish its work and I look forward to signing this reform into law.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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President Obama calls for Congress to complete the health care reform process.

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