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BEST ANSWER  decided by votes   |  jeffhoard  |  April 11, 2009 06:56 PM  |  view on twitter
You can read the full transcript here.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/20/us/politics/20text-obama.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1

Here is only part where he mentioned his father

--quote--
And so, to all other peoples and governments who are watching today, from the grandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity, and we are ready to lead once more.
--/quote--

There is no mention of his mother. You can watch the full speech here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjnygQ02aW4

voted helpful: brandy76, lawstudent

Voted as best: masontx, srgothard, philipy, bbrookin
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bbrookin
bbrookin  |  April 11, 2009 07:28 PM
As usual, good answer! Transcript + video and quote!
philipy
philipy  |  April 16, 2009 04:09 AM
Good links, but there is a second mention, which was one of the most memorable lines, and got maybe the loudest cheer:

"This is the meaning of our liberty and our creed, why men and women and children of every race and every faith can join in celebration across this magnificent mall. And why a man whose father less than 60 years ago might not have been served at a local restaurant can now stand before you to take a most sacred oath."
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