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Barack Obama: The death of Michael Brown is heart breaking and Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to his family and community…

On the recordAugust 11, 2014
The death of Michael Brown is heart breaking and Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to his family and community at the difficult time. I know the events of the past few days have prompted strong passions, but as details unfold, I urge everyone in Ferguson, Missouri and across the country to remember this young man through reflection and understanding.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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President Obama expresses condolences for Michael Brown's death and urges reflection and understanding amidst the unrest.

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