“I think we can all unequivocally say in 2026, football is not going anywhere.”
“When giant corporations and Wall Street investors buy up all the fire truck manufacturers, it’s a threat to public safety.”
“I want to stop the spread. They are picking homes like you, and I pick tomatoes in the grocery store.”
“It is imperative that FEMA helps communities quickly respond to wildfires and increase their resilience to future wildfire disasters”
“They are picking houses the way you pick tomatoes at the grocery store.”
“Protecting and defending innocent life is and remains important to our Legislature, governor, attorney general and citizens.”

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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Nov 9, 2016

Apprenticeship programs play an increasingly important role in helping people succeed in the workforce.

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Nov 9, 2016

He has a 54-55 percent approval rating. By the time he does this transition well which he will and does his farewell address, I think he'll be around 58 to 60 percent leaving office.

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Nov 9, 2016

It is the policy of the Federal Government to provide service members, veterans, eligible spouses, and other family members with the information and support they need in order to make informed decisions about their education and training…

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Nov 9, 2016

The comeback was remarkable—and you learn about people when they're down.

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Nov 9, 2016

Education provides one of the most essential foundations for prosperity and opportunity.

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Nov 9, 2016

All told, the Federal government has hired approximately 516,000 veterans since FY09.

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Nov 9, 2016

I want to emphasize to you, Mr. President-elect, that we now are going to want to do everything we can to help you succeed, because if you succeed, then the country succeeds.

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Nov 9, 2016

Get Smart About Antibiotics Week is an important opportunity to highlight the need to use antibiotics responsibly.

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Nov 9, 2016

Most of all I want to emphasize to you, Mr. President-elect, now are going to want to do everything we can to help you succeed, because if you succeed, then the country succeeds.

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Nov 9, 2016

When antibiotics are used inappropriately, including when they are not needed, the likelihood of antibiotic resistance is greatly increased.

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Nov 9, 2016

We must continue working with food producers, health care providers, leaders in the private sector, and the American people to improve our antibiotic use.

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