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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Mar 21, 2016

We will do whatever it takes, working with nations and peoples around the world, to bring the perpetrators of these attacks to justice.

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Mar 21, 2016

We can—and we will—defeat those who threaten the safety and security of people all around the world.

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Mar 21, 2016

It's about the recent college graduate who can stay on his parent's health insurance until he's 26.

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Mar 21, 2016

Today, as the President of the United States of America, I offer the Cuban people el saludo de paz.

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Mar 21, 2016

I have come here to bury the last remnant of the cold war in the Americas.

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Mar 21, 2016

We must work together to build a sustainable water future—one in which everyone has access to the safe, clean, and affordable water they need.

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Mar 21, 2016

I'm hopeful because I believe that the Cuban people are as innovative as any people in the world.

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Mar 21, 2016

The facts are clear: America is on a stronger footing because of the Affordable Care Act.

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Mar 21, 2016

El futuro de Cuba tiene que estar en las manos del pueblo Cubano.

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Mar 20, 2016

Today, about half a million Cubans—including some of you—are proud cuentapropistas, running your own restaurants, cafes, beauty salons, barber shops, or working as artists, seamstresses, and taxi drivers.

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Mar 20, 2016

It's about self-determination, the opportunity to forge your own future.

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Mar 20, 2016

One of the best ways to help the Cuban people succeed and improve their lives would be for the U.S. Congress to lift the embargo once and for all.

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Mar 20, 2016

It is the policy of the Federal Government to coordinate and use applicable Federal investments, assets, and expertise to promote drought resilience.

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Mar 20, 2016

I affirmed that Cuba's destiny will not be decided by the United States or any other nation.

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Mar 20, 2016

We remain convinced the Cuban people would be best served by being able to freely choose their leaders, express their ideas without fear, and practice their faith.

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Mar 20, 2016

The NDRP will provide the Federal Government with a lasting platform that enables locally and regionally driven priorities and needs to guide coordinated Federal activities.

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Mar 20, 2016

The United States will continue to speak up on behalf of democracy, including the right of the Cuban people to decide their own future.

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Mar 20, 2016

Facilitating more interaction between the Cuban and American people is the best way to achieve our goal.

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