We can transition to clean energy without squeezing businesses and consumers.
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.
The certification requirement at the core of H.R. 4038 is untenable and would provide no meaningful additional security for the American people.
We have to break out of the mindset that says that if we're doing something about climate change, that slows growth.
American ideals and ideas are more important than ever in the fight against Daesh and global extremism.
The United States has been committed to the security of this region for more than 70 years.
We are working together with our allies and partners to develop the most effective mix of capabilities to provide credible maritime defenses and patrol capabilities.
Today, the Administration announced new steps to ensure that Americans, including youth and young adults ages 17-29, individuals with disabilities, individuals with limited English proficiency, and individuals with criminal records, get…
It is thus possible to protect both tribal sovereignty and workers' rights.
My visit here underscores our shared commitment to the security of the waters of this region and to the freedom of navigation.
We do so only after they undergo the most rigorous screening and security vetting of any category of traveler to the United States
Our presence has supported the stability and openness necessary for the unimpeded flow of resources and trade across Asia's waterways.
The resolution would impede efforts to reduce carbon pollution from existing power plants.
TechHire is part of the President's broader agenda to invest in job-driven training for young Americans and others to get into better, well-paying jobs.
Access to solar power could substantially reduce the energy burden of low-income households by providing stable electricity prices below local utility rates.
We will continue to support the National Coast Watch System and assist the Philippines through the Global Security Contingency Fund.
Community solar has the potential to unlock economic growth across the United States while providing clean solar power to historically underserved communities.
At the same time, the President is firmly dedicated to protecting American workers.
The backlash against - potential backlash against refugees is totally misguided because actually, we look at these attackers and their profiles - they are either French or Belgium French, or they came in on fake passports.
Typically, the things they suggest need to be done are things we're already doing. The one exception is that there had been a few who suggested that we should put large numbers of U.S. troops on the ground.
What I do not do is to take actions either because it is going to work politically or it is going to somehow in the abstract make America look tough.
We call on all countries to make additional commitments to save lives by preventing future outbreaks from becoming epidemics.
Our goal, as I've said many times, is to degrade and ultimately destroy this barbaric terrorist organization.





