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WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 17: U.S. President Barack Obama (R), stands with NASCAR Champion Tony Stewart (L) during an event on the South Lawn, April 17, 2012 at the White House in Washington, DC. President Obama hosted the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Tony Stewart to honor his championship season. (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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President Obama used Loop Data to tout Tony Stewart’s championship victory

President Obama praises NASCAR drivers and the industry for supporting our troops

Tony Stewart says President Obama’s willingness to have fun with NASCAR’s champion’s visit makes it special

Tony Stewart says NASCAR’s initiative for patriotism is important for the sport and the President

Tony Stewart says the White House experience is unique for the Chase drivers as a group

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says it was a special honor to meet the President at the White House