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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, 2015

My first and most important responsibility is keeping the American people safe.

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Oct 21, 2015

The United States will help Pakistan create conditions for accelerated trade and investment-driven growth.

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Oct 21, 2015

Pakistan's role as one of the largest Muslim democracies is important for peace, security, development, and human rights around the world.

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Oct 21, 2015

We can't put the entire onus of the problem on law enforcement.

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Oct 21, 2015

We recognize the critical importance of increasing energy security and access in a clean, sustainable manner.

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Oct 21, 2015

I am returning herewith without my approval H.R. 1735, the 'National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.'

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Oct 21, 2015

I think it's smart for us to start the debate around nonviolent drug offenders.

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Oct 21, 2015

Improvement in Pakistan-India bilateral relations would greatly enhance prospects for lasting peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.

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Oct 21, 2015

Obviously, the United States and Pakistan have a longstanding relationship.

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Oct 21, 2015

We count on Pakistan's commitment to achieve the education targets laid out in the global Sustainable Development Goals and Education for All-Framework for Action.

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Oct 21, 2015

The United States and Pakistan have a mutual interest in expanding bilateral trade and investment.

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Oct 21, 2015

I reiterated a commitment to comprehensive bilateral cooperation through both the public and private sectors, into the future.

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Oct 21, 2015

This bill instead resorts to gimmicks that does not allow the Pentagon to do what it needs to do.

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Oct 21, 2015

Part of what makes this an area where maybe those of us who are better off or middle class are more sympathetic is because it seems more like our kids are vulnerable as well.

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Oct 21, 2015

And that—those people-to-people ties are part of what makes this relationship so special.

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Oct 21, 2015

Guantanamo is one of the premiere mechanisms for jihadists to recruit.

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Oct 21, 2015

The Partnership also reflects Pakistan's commitment to help curb climate change.

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Oct 21, 2015

The problem of racial justice or injustice in the society has been a running theme in this country's history for a very long time.

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Oct 20, 2015

Only a small minority of Americans who might benefit from this treatment are receiving it.

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Oct 20, 2015

Discrimination based on pre-existing conditions is a thing of the past.

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Oct 20, 2015

H.R. 3762 would take away critical benefits and health care coverage from hard-working middle-class families.

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Oct 20, 2015

The epidemic of prescription pain medication and heroin deaths is devastating families and communities across the country.

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Oct 20, 2015

We are providing federal aid to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts.

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Oct 20, 2015

Training approaches may include both traditional continuing education models and models that pair intensive coaching for the highest volume prescribers with case-based courses for other prescribers.

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Oct 20, 2015

One of the most significant ways to address these issues is to ensure that medical professionals receive adequate training on appropriate pain medication prescribing practices.

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