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    December 24, 2011

US President Sends Holiday Greetings in Weekly Address

   VOA News

   U.S. President Barack Obama's wished Americans a Merry Christmas and
   happy holidays in his weekly address, while including a special message
   of thanks to the troops.

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   The president said Saturday "let's take a moment to give thanks for
   their service, especially the brave men and women in Afghanistan."
   First Lady Michelle Obama joined the president, adding her own words of
   thanks. She urged people to find ways to let the armed forces personnel
   "know just how much we appreciate everything they do."
   Representative Mike Pence of Indiana delivered the Republican weekly
   address. He also called on Americans to remember "those who stand in
   harm's way far from home so we can enjoy this season in peace and
   freedom."

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   Some information for this report was provided by AP, AFP and Reuters.

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   2. http://www.youtube.com/embed/1iqlTf-zE40

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