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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Oct 19, 2007

That's the America that I'm running for President to help bring about.

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Oct 17, 2007

When I am President, I will sign a universal health care bill into law by the end of my first term that will cover every American and cut costs more dramatically than any other plan offered by a candidate in this race.

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Oct 17, 2007

Four million American children were denied basic health coverage today because Washington politicians failed to stand up to this President's disgraceful veto.

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Oct 17, 2007

I think maybe it's just because I look young. I've got these big ears. I look like Opie.

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Oct 16, 2007

As he always says, we don't need a candidate who's good at playing the Washington game-we need a candidate who can put an end to the game-playing and focus on results.

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Oct 15, 2007

Real leadership for rural America starts with one simple principle: listening.

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Oct 15, 2007

This concert tour is going to bring new people into the political process and engage people of faith in an unprecedented way.

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Oct 15, 2007

A creeping national epidemic of methamphetamine abuse has taken an especially tragic toll on mothers and children here in Iowa.

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Oct 15, 2007

When I'm President, we'll stop seeing meth as a rural challenge and start seeing it as an American one.

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Oct 15, 2007

In moving forward, we must always stress sustainability and conservation - principles that are best understood by Americans who live and work off the land.

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Oct 11, 2007

What has happened to the Jena 6 reminds us that we have not yet reached the ideal of equal justice for all in this country.

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Oct 11, 2007

His voice and his vision have awakened the conscience of America to the urgency of this threat.

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Oct 11, 2007

By having the courage to challenge the skeptics in Washington and lead on the climate crisis facing our planet, Al Gore has advanced the cause of peace and richly deserves this reward.

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Oct 11, 2007

America needs a President who will approach national security decisions with honesty and sound judgment.

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Oct 11, 2007

bring our troops home and bring the war to a responsible end.

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Oct 11, 2007

I once again call on the Department of Justice to fully investigate this case to see if the civil rights of all these young men have been violated by our criminal justice system.

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Oct 11, 2007

Now we must take bold action so that our children inherit a planet that is cleaner, safer, and more peaceful for generations to come.

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Oct 11, 2007

I don't want to give this President any excuse, or any opening for war.

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Oct 11, 2007

to combat global climate change and create millions of new jobs.

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Oct 11, 2007

I hope that the appeals court will consider all relevant factors, including the background of this troubling case, in determining what, if any, punishment is appropriate for this young man.

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