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My father's voice had nevertheless remained untainted, inspiring, rebuking, granting or withholding approval. 'You do not work hard enough, Barry. You must help in your people's struggle. Wake up, black man!

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Barack Obama
Age: 63
Born: 1961
Born: August 4
44Th U.S. President
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Throughout history, Islam has demonstrated through words and deeds the possibilities of religious tolerance and racial equality.
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