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White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs listens during the daily briefing August 19, 2009 at the White House
Tuesday, Sep. 08, 2009

Open quoteMany in this country politically would rather start an 'Animal House' food fight rather than inspire kids to stay in school.Close quote

  • ROBERT GIBBS,
  • White House press secretary, blasting critics for attacking President Obama's speech to U.S. students on responsibility
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