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The White House
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
February 22, 2011
Statement of the President on the Election of Rahm Emanuel
I want to extend my congratulations to Rahm Emanuel on a well-deserved victory tonight. As a Chicagoan and a friend, I couldn't be prouder. Rahm will be a terrific mayor for all the people of Chicago.