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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Jul 19, 2016

The activities of significant transnational criminal organizations have reached such scope and gravity that they threaten the stability of international political and economic systems.

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Jul 19, 2016

We have made tremendous progress in the fight to eradicate polio.

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Jul 19, 2016

We are working together with a range of partners to accelerate private-sector energy transactions.

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Jul 19, 2016

Simply put, our country is better off because of Mark's contributions.

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Jul 19, 2016

No child should go to bed hungry and no child should die from a mosquito bite.

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Jul 19, 2016

These organizations facilitate and aggravate violent civil conflicts and increasingly facilitate the activities of other dangerous persons.

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Jul 19, 2016

I declared a national emergency with respect to significant transnational criminal organizations.

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Jul 19, 2016

One of the best measures of a nation's success is how it treats its women.

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