memeorandum: Remarks by the President at National Prayer Breakfast (The White House)

9:10 AM ET, February 6, 2015

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The White House:

Remarks by the President at National Prayer Breakfast — Washington, D.C. — THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Well, good morning. Giving all praise and honor to God. It is wonderful to be back with you here. I want to thank our co-chairs, Bob and Roger.

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