May 25, 2008
She has set the standard. She has broken through barriers, and will open up opportunity for a lot of people, including my two young daughters.
Barack Obama
The Public Record
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.
transcripts.cnn.com
May 24, 2008
Puerto Rico is '... definitely a territory' and one that is '... trying to figure out' if it wants to remain one.
May 24, 2008
And that's why it's so important for us to really pay attention to providing a mechanism for that final status to be determined ... I'm committed to doing that ... in my first term ... setting up a procedure whereby the people of Puerto…
May 22, 2008
John McCain's having to deal with his -- Hagee, who said stuff that is mind-boggling. I don't attribute those statements to John McCain.
May 22, 2008
It's thanks to the bravery and sacrifice of these workers—and union men and women before them—that we've made progress in the fight to ensure that every American has rights on the job and the chance to improve their lives.
May 22, 2008
The hundreds of mostly Latino janitors who walked off the job this week throughout the Bay Area took a stand against the unacceptable and ever-growing divide between the wealthiest and poorest among us—and they're inspiring other working…
May 22, 2008
I am grateful for the support of Congressman Cardoza and Congressman Costa at this important time in our campaign.
May 22, 2008
If we don't turn away from the policies of the past, then we won't be able to shape the future.
May 22, 2008
at the end of the Second World War, this country thanked a generation of returning heroes for their service by giving them the chance to attend college on the GI bill. Stanley Dunham, my grandfather, was one of the young men who got that…
May 22, 2008
last year, I was proud to cosponsor America COMPETES, legislation which addressed many issues essential to maintaining America's competitive leadership in an increasing competitive and technological global marketplace. I was heartened by…
May 22, 2008
We cannot ignore suffering to our south, nor stand for the globalization of the empty stomach.
May 21, 2008
You know, John McCain's having to deal with his -- Hagee, who said stuff that is mind-boggling. I don't attribute those statements to John McCain.
May 21, 2008
When I am in the White House, I will bring with me an unshakable commitment to maintaining that bond between the United States of America and an unshakable commitment to Israel's security.
May 21, 2008
I have spoken out vigorously against anti-Semitism, even in my own community, when it's not convenient.
May 20, 2008
We have got real enemies out there. And I won't hesitate to strike against those who would do us harm.
May 20, 2008
We can't afford four more years of George Bush foreign policy. That's why we can't afford John McCain.
May 19, 2008
Change is facing the threats of the 21st century, not with bluster or fear-mongering or tough talk or suspending due process, but with tough diplomacy and strong alliances and confidence in the ideals that have made this nation the last…
May 19, 2008
There is a spirit that brought us here tonight, a spirit of change, and hope, and possibility.
May 19, 2008
He has spent his life in service to this country, not for the sake of glory or recognition, but because he cares, deeply in his gut, about the causes of justice, and equality, and opportunity.
Politicians like Barack Obama
