Political Quotes

Barack Obama

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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.

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Jun 26, 2016

Today, these women—and women across the WNBA—are setting their own outstanding example for girls who are growing up today.

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Jun 26, 2016

And as Maya put it, 'It wasn't a perfect year, a perfect series, or a perfect game... but we are the champions.'

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Jun 26, 2016

I could not be prouder of the activism that has been involved.

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Jun 26, 2016

I think it’s important for those of us not to be complacent, not to be smug.

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Jun 24, 2016

But the arc of our history is clear: It's an arc of progress.

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Jun 23, 2016

I knew that I could stay here for at least whatever the permanent I was that I could stay here at least living without having to be scared.

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Jun 23, 2016

I believe we are better off in a world in which we are trading and networking and communicating, and sharing ideas, but that also means that cultures are colliding, and sometimes it is disrupted and people get worried.

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Jun 23, 2016

While the UK's relationship with the EU will change, one thing that will not change is the special relationship that exists between our two nations. That will endure. The EU will remain one of our indispensable partners.

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Jun 23, 2016

The special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom remains vital cornerstones of U.S. foreign, security, and economic policy.

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Jun 23, 2016

The EU will remain an indispensable partner of the United States.

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Jun 23, 2016

Entrepreneurship holds out the promise of opportunity, prosperity, and security.

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Jun 23, 2016

The LGBT community across the Nation realized its power to join together and demand equality and respect.

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