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 2, 2016

I call upon all Americans to engage in appropriate programs and activities to promote comprehensive prevention efforts to reduce youth substance use and substance use disorders within their communities.

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Sep 30, 2016

Paid sick leave isn't a side issue or a women's issue or something that's just nice to have.

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Sep 30, 2016

Last year, the typical household saw its income grow by about twenty-eight hundred dollars.

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Sep 29, 2016

My Administration is dedicated to upholding our Nation's promise of equal opportunity for all and advancing employment for people with disabilities in every community.

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Sep 29, 2016

We renew our commitment to ensuring our information is more secure, our data is safer, and our families and businesses are more protected than ever before.

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Sep 29, 2016

Choose life. For Shimon, let us choose life, as he always did.

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Sep 29, 2016

We all have a role to play in building a bright and safe future for each other and for future generations.

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