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Barack Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from January 20, 2009, to January 20, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously represented Illinois in the U.S. Senate from 2005 to 2008 and served in the Illinois State Senate from 1997 to 2004. Obama is known for his signature policies including the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, and his efforts in economic recovery following the 2008 financial crisis. His presidency was marked by significant legislative achievements and a focus on healthcare reform, climate change, and foreign policy initiatives such as the Iran nuclear deal.
When Sonia Sotomayor ascends those marble steps to assume her seat on the highest court of the land, America will have taken another important step towards realizing the ideal that is etched above its entrance: Equal justice under the law.
What you've shown in your life is that it doesn't matter where you come from, what you look like, or what challenges life throws your way -- no dream is beyond reach in the United States of America.
First and foremost is a rigorous intellect -- a mastery of the law, an ability to hone in on the key issues and provide clear answers to complex legal questions.
Of the many responsibilities granted to a President by our Constitution, few are more serious or more consequential than selecting a Supreme Court justice.
From where we stand today, the road to economic recovery is still long. We have a lot of work to do.
A democratic government accountable to the people must be as transparent as possible.
The objective of the Task Force shall be to review current procedures for categorizing and sharing SBU information.
When the American people decide it's time to bring about change, change happens.
I am confident they will advance American diplomacy as we work to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
We brought together auto executives, labor unions, Democrats, Republicans to announce a national fuel efficiency standard.
My Administration is committed to operating with an unprecedented level of openness.
We signed something called the Lilly Ledbetter Act because we thought it made sense that women should get equal pay for equal work.
I am grateful that these distinguished Americans have agreed to help represent the United States and strengthen our partnerships abroad at this critical time for our nation and the world.
We will work with our friends and allies to stand up to this behavior.
My Administration is committed to strengthening these efforts and is working every day to prepare for hurricanes and their potential impacts on everyone in the United States.
I call on all Americans—including private citizens and those working in government, business, and the nonprofit sector—to plan ahead and help secure the safety and property of those who face advancing storms.
Experience being tested by obstacles and barriers, by hardship and misfortune, experience insisting, persisting, and ultimately, overcoming those barriers.
Judge Sotomayor is a distinguished graduate of two of America's leading universities.
As President, my highest priority is the safety and security of the American people.
What Sonia will bring to the Court... is not only the knowledge and experience acquired over a course of a brilliant legal career, but the wisdom accumulated from an inspiring life's journey.
I strongly condemn her house arrest and detention, which have also been condemned around the world.
I call on the Burmese Government to release National League for Democracy secretary general and Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi from detention immediately and unconditionally.
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