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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Apr 14, 2009

Fix what's broken and move forward with what works.

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Apr 14, 2009

We also think that there are certain basic principles that all nations should uphold. And respect for women and respect for their freedom and integrity is an important principle.

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Apr 14, 2009

We have passed a broad and sweeping tax cut for 95 percent of American workers.

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Apr 14, 2009

But we also think that there are certain basic principles that all nations should uphold.

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Apr 14, 2009

We passed a broad and sweeping tax cut for 95 percent of American workers.

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Apr 14, 2009

Including this year's action, the President has named a total of 78 Significant Foreign Narcotics Traffickers since the first set of kingpins was announced on June 1, 2000.

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Apr 14, 2009

I want every American to know that we will rewrite the Tax Code so that it puts your interests over any special interests.

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Apr 14, 2009

That is why we are committed to simplifying the student loan process so more families can get the help they need.

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Apr 14, 2009

The Act calls for the President to report to specified congressional committees by June 1 of each year on those 'foreign persons [he] determines are appropriate for sanctions'.

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Apr 14, 2009

We are going to continue to partner with Mexico to accomplish common goals of lifting up people's incomes and growing economic opportunity on both sides of the borders.

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Apr 14, 2009

The important message I think I have to send is that we live in the 21st century now.

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Apr 14, 2009

Overall, we believe that Cuba can potentially be a critical part of regional growth in the region.

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Apr 14, 2009

Individuals who violate the Kingpin Act are subject to criminal penalties of up to 10 years in prison and/or fines pursuant to Title 18 of the U.S. Code.

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Apr 14, 2009

We must restore the home as a source of stability and an anchor of the American Dream.

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Apr 14, 2009

I want to make sure that the people of Mexico understand that we are going to do everything we can on our end to promote more security and more peace and more prosperity in the region.

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Apr 14, 2009

He will discuss the unprecedented action his Administration has taken to give tax cuts to the Americans who need them.

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Apr 14, 2009

We should be partners; there's no senior partner or junior partner.

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Apr 14, 2009

We need to stop giving tax breaks to companies that stash profits or ship jobs overseas.

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Apr 14, 2009

Families that earn less than $250,000 a year will not see their taxes increase by a single dime.

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Apr 14, 2009

We start from the simple premise that we should reduce the tax burden on working people.

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Apr 14, 2009

This tax cut will reach 120 million families and put $120 billion directly into their pockets.

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