Apr 30, 2009
I call upon the American people to take control of their health and wellness by making physical activity, fitness, and sports participation an important part of their daily lives.
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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Apr 30, 2009
Michael S. Barr, of Michigan, to be an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, vice David George Nason, resigned.
Apr 30, 2009
The Committee shall endeavor to make any decision on an action or determination by consensus.
Apr 30, 2009
I am confident that they will be assets in my administration as we work to bring about real change in our country.
Apr 30, 2009
I call upon the people of the United States to learn more about the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
Apr 30, 2009
I am grateful for their decision to serve and their commitment to my reform agenda.
Apr 30, 2009
World Press Freedom Day is annually observed on May 3 to remind us all of the vital importance of this core freedom.
Apr 30, 2009
You are not only living examples of that promise, you're also serving to defend that promise for future generations.
Apr 30, 2009
The change really means that we're providing additional access to capital to small businesses.
Apr 30, 2009
I encourage Americans to consider the many simple ways to add physical fitness activities to our lives.
Apr 30, 2009
The American people will be well-served by these skilled and dedicated individuals.
Apr 30, 2009
The vast diversity of languages, religions, and cultural traditions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders continues to strengthen the fabric of American society.
Apr 30, 2009
Citizenship is not just a collection of rights, it's also a set of responsibilities; that America's success is not a gift, it is hard won.
Apr 30, 2009
The steps that the SBA, the Small Business Administration, is announcing today are an exciting addition to the administration's broader efforts to help support the American auto industry.
Apr 30, 2009
Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have played a vital role in our Nation's economic and technological growth.
Apr 29, 2009
Sanctions are a critical part of our leverage to pressure North Korea to act. They should only be lifted based on North Korean performance.
Apr 29, 2009
We should move quickly to reimpose sanctions that have been waived and consider new restrictions going forward.
Apr 29, 2009
Look, I was expecting to handle a few challenges, not a whole mountain of them.
Apr 29, 2009
No one should be confused about what a bankruptcy process means. This is not a sign of weakness, but, rather, one more step on a clearly charted path to Chrysler's revival.
Apr 29, 2009
I was expecting to handle a few challenges, not a whole mountain of them.
Apr 29, 2009
I asked the Congress earlier this week to consider a proposal to provide $1.5 billion to enhance our Nation's capability to respond to the potential spread of this outbreak.
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