President Barack Obama led a national outpouring of grief Wednesday while calling for unity at an emotional memorial after a shooting that unleashed fierce debate about inflammatory political rhetoric. In a speech repeatedly interrupted by applause, Obama said the attack must not lead to new divisions. Text of President Barack Obama#39;s remarks at the memorial service for the victims of the shooting in Tucson, Ariz., as released by the White House: THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Thank you very muc
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