Barack Obama actually said...

His unwavering dedication to protecting every American's civil and constitutional rights under the law, including voting rights, could not be more important right now.

Context

Statement on the Senate's Failure To Confirm Debo P. Adegbile as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights

03/04/2014

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