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The White House
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
February 17, 2010
Statement by the President on Ash Wednesday
Michelle and I join Christians here in America and around the world in observing Ash Wednesday. We mark this solemn day of repentance and promise, knowing that Lent is a time for millions to renew faith and also deepen a commitment to loving and serving one another.