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 21, 2016

The Syrian regime has violated the Chemical Weapons Convention and UN Security Council Resolution 2118 by using industrial chlorine as a weapon against its own people.

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Oct 21, 2016

We condemn in the strongest possible terms the Asad regime's defiance of the longstanding global norm against chemical weapons use.

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Oct 21, 2016

One of the best parts of being President is having your own really nice plane.

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Oct 21, 2016

First, we're proposing refunds for anyone whose bag is delayed, because you should not have to pay extra for a service you don't even receive.

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Oct 21, 2016

That's what this is all about: taking steps, some big and some small, that can make your life a little bit better.

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Oct 20, 2016

These campuses were built from a determination to widely and profoundly expand the reach of our country's promise.

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Oct 20, 2016

Job-driven apprenticeships are among the surest pathways to provide American workers from all backgrounds with the skills and knowledge they need to acquire good-paying jobs and grow the economy.

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Oct 20, 2016

Today, more Americans are earning a degree in post-secondary education than ever before, and HBCUs are playing an important role.

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Oct 20, 2016

These capabilities can sometimes be delivered at a fraction of the cost and time of legacy satellite systems.

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Oct 20, 2016

I have determined that it is necessary to continue the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13413 with respect to the situation in or in relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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