The President and First Lady released a statement to mark Ash Wednesday, which is the start of the 40-day religious season of Lent for Christians.
The message highlights the traditions of prayer, fasting, and giving to charity that many people practice during this time to prepare for Easter.
The statement connects these religious practices to American history, noting how faith and charity have been part of the country's identity since the Revolutionary War.
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