Political Quotes

On the recordMay 12, 2013
If in fact IRS personnel engaged in the kind of practices that have been reported on and were intentionally targeting conservative groups, then that's outrageous and there's no place for it.
Said by
Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Obama condemns the IRS for allegedly targeting conservative groups and emphasizes the need for accountability.

Share & report

More from Barack Obama

Oct 9, 2025

After two years of unimaginable loss and suffering for Israeli families and the people of Gaza, we should all be encouraged and relieved that an end to the conflict is within sight; that those hostages still being held will be reunited…

nypost.com
Jul 4, 2025

I am the president of all Americans, including those who did not vote for me. I have to consider what’s best for them, even the ones who don’t like me.

motherjones.com
Jul 14, 2025

What’s being asked of us is make some effort to stand up for the things that you think are right.

cnn.com

Other voices in this conversation