President Barack Obama at Poetry Night at the White House

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Uploaded by on May 12, 2011

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President Obama addresses the crowd at the White House Poetry Night. He speaks of the beauty of poetry, and freedom of expression. Performing poets include Rapper Common, Jill Scott, Billy Collins and Rita Dove. The show went on despite controversy of "non- gansta" rapper Common's invite.

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  • This isn't the most important part of his job, but it's one of those things that make me remember why I love - and appreciate - this president.

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  • I agree s1sherlock... 

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