President honors victims and rescuers, urges national unity and public support
The president paid tribute to victims, rescuers and families, named passengers such as Todd Beamer and a fallen officer George Howard, and urged calm, donations to listed organizations and cooperation with investigations.
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The president highlighted acts of courage by passengers and rescuers, inviting Lisa Beamer to the session as an example of those who sacrificed to save others. He described scenes of flags, candles and prayers across the world and said the nation should "be calm and resolute" while supporting victims.
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