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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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Oct 23, 2007

I have asked my supporters in California to take time out from campaigning this weekend to assist the relief efforts.

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Oct 23, 2007

We must employ all federal resources to fight these fires, care for the displaced, and help communities rebuild from the ashes.

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Oct 23, 2007

Our nation's attention is turned to the fires engulfing Southern California for the fourth straight day.

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Oct 22, 2007

I am my brother's keeper. I am my sister's keeper that makes this country work.

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Oct 22, 2007

I commend his continual efforts over the years to expand educational opportunities and to provide adequate funding and resources for all students. The most important resource a school can offer is good teaching, which necessitates bringing…

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Oct 22, 2007

I commend the work of the Senator from Iowa, and the Senator from Pennsylvania, in working to ensure that funding for education continues to be a priority. I look forward to continuing to work with them on this important issue.

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Oct 22, 2007

However, the recent recalls of child products have highlighted the continued threat of lead poisoning to children, and I believe that child lead poisoning prevention activities at the Centers for Disease Control would benefit dramatically…

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Oct 21, 2007

If we are going to change our policy, we've got to change our politics.

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Oct 21, 2007

I believe that what's needed in the next president is somebody who can bring the country together and overcome those divisions to actually get something done.

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Oct 21, 2007

We are going to be the America that has made us that bright and shining light all around the world.

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Oct 21, 2007

Somebody who's not just telling the American people what they want to hear but telling the American people what they need to hear.

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Oct 21, 2007

When we break out of the conventional thinking and we start reaching out to friend and foe alike, then I am absolutely confident that we can restore America's leadership in the world.

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Oct 21, 2007

We're going to lead with our values and our ideals by deed and by example.

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Oct 19, 2007

No American should feel like their education system isn't designed for them.

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Oct 19, 2007

We'll invest in programs that offer everything from counseling for new mothers to afterschool programs to free medical services, and job counseling for parents.

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Oct 19, 2007

Instead of driving thousands of children who were on the right path into the shadows, we need to give those who play by the rules the opportunity to succeed.

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Oct 19, 2007

When I'm President, we'll give our kids everything they need to have a fighting chance.

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Oct 19, 2007

What makes the most difference in any child's education is the person standing at the front of the classroom.

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Oct 19, 2007

Let's not pass a law called No Child Left Behind and then leave the money behind.

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