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President Barack Obama speaks to guests at a reception as U.S. Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James T. Conway and first lady Michelle Obama listen prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 24, 2009.

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President Barack Obama speaks to guests at a reception as U.S. Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James T. Conway and first lady Michelle Obama listen prior to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 24, 2009.

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