The strongest democracies flourish from frequent and lively debate, bu…

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The strongest democracies flourish from frequent and lively debate, but they endure when people of every background and belief find a way to set aside smaller differences in service of a greater purpose. ✨ First Presidential Prime Time Press Conference, delivered 9 February 2009
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The strongest democracies flourish from frequent and lively debate, but they endure when people of every background and belief find a way to set aside smaller differences in service of a greater purpose. ✨ First Presidential Prime Time Press Conference, delivered 9 February 2009

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