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Weekly Address: Happy Thanksgiving from the Obama Family

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In this week's address, the President wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving and reflected on the history of our country and its celebration of diversity.
President Obama Tapes the Thanksgiving Weekly Address

President Barack Obama tapes the Weekly Address in the Roosevelt Room of the White House. November 26, 2014. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

In this week's address, the President wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving and reflected on the history of our country and its celebration of diversity. He gave thanks for the many Americans who sacrifice every day, from volunteer workers who serve their communities, to men and women in uniform who serve us all.

On Thanksgiving, a holiday that is uniquely American, he reminded us to focus on what unites -- our commitment to American ideals like justice and equality and our gratitude and love for our country.

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