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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.
Imagine the images on the screen flashed around the world as we are dragging parents away from their children and putting them in, what, detention centers and then systematically sending them out. Nobody thinks that is realistic, but more…
I hereby report that I have issued an Executive Order that terminates the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13348.
May God bless all who serve and all who have given their lives to our country.
The election and formation of a new government could be an important step forward in Burma's democratic transition.
Today we honor Flo because his actions prevented an even greater catastrophe.
There is established, effective 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on November 13, 2015, a Board of three members to be appointed by the President to investigate and report on these disputes.
Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact and to deepen strategic cooperation on these and related issues.
I hereby terminate the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13348.
That's the nature of courage: not being unafraid, but confronting fear and danger and performing in a selfless fashion.
I appreciate that these dedicated individuals have agreed to devote their talent and years of experience working on labor-management disputes to help reach a swift and smooth resolution of this issue.
Today, we gather once more to salute every patriot who has ever proudly worn the uniform of the United States of America.
I hope that outstanding issues are resolved quickly so that South Africa continues to benefit from AGOA fully.
Our tributes today will ring hollow if we do not ensure that our veterans receive the care that you have earned and that you deserve.
Reaffirmed the importance of the U.S.-India partnership in addressing both regional and global issues.
It would be a moral failing on the part of the U.S. government and the American people…if we did not stand up firmly, steadfastly not just on behalf of Israel's right to exist, but its right to thrive and prosper.
Beth F. Cobert, of California, to be Director of the Office of Personnel Management for a term of four years, vice Katherine Archuleta, resigned.
As president, my top priority is to grow our economy and strengthen the middle class.
The unemployment rate has been cut nearly in half -- lower than it's been in more than seven years.
We must create conditions for a negotiated solution to the conflict in Syria.
We offer our gratitude for her service, and our thoughts and prayers are with all those who loved her dearly.
Our unfinished business does not depend solely on me or on a Member of Congress or the next President we elect.
I am—I will still hold the most important office in our democracy, and that's the office of citizen.
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