Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 10, 2017
Hearts must change. It won't change overnight. Social attitudes oftentimes take generations to change.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the need for societal change regarding race relations.

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