“a stunning failure of leadership”
“This budget is the epitome of 'America Last.'”
“We are unstoppable.”
“Everything will get better.”
“I vowed not to let Israel or America’s friends in the Persian Gulf 'get hurt or fail in any way, shape, or form.'”
“I’m popular”

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On the recordOctober 2, 2012
I want to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable health care.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
Source
presidency.ucsb.edu

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Presidential Debate in Denver

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