Obama: Easter "a time to celebrate redemption at God's hand"

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Obama: 'Beliefs help unite Americans'

Published: April 7, 2012 at 6:00 AM

WASHINGTON, April 7 (UPI) -- U.S. President Barack Obama said Saturday belief "that there is something out there that is bigger than ourselves" helps unite Americans "of all faiths."

In his weekly radio and Internet address, the president noted Christians are observing Easter -- "a time to celebrate redemption at God's hand."

"Tonight, Jews will gather for a second Seder, where they will retell the story of the Exodus.

"And tomorrow, my family will join Christians around the world as we thank God for the all-important gift of grace through the resurrection of His son, and experience the wonder of Easter morning."

Obama said the holidays "have their roots in miracles that took place thousands of years ago. They connect us to our past and give us strength as we face the future. And they remind us of the common thread of humanity that connects us all.

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