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Former President Barack Obama said that recent Democratic Party election wins show that Americans "don’t want cruelty" in a podcast appearance posted Friday.

During the latest episode of the progressive podcast " Pod Save America ," Obama celebrated Tuesday's Democratic victories in New Jersey, New York City and Virginia, saying they show that voters are "paying attention" and want more humane leaders.

"It was a good reminder that it turns out that the American people are paying attention. They don't want cruelty," Obama said.

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Democratic candidates secured victories in various state and local races on Tuesday. Democ

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