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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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Jun 30, 2016

As a matter of policy, the United States therefore routinely imposes certain heightened policy standards that are more protective than the requirements of the law of armed conflict that relate to the protection of civilians.

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Jun 29, 2016

In order to provide that the regional apparel article program and the third-country fabric program are effective through September 30, 2025, chapter 98, subchapter XIX, U.S. note 2 of the HTS is modified by striking 'September 30, 2015'...

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Jun 29, 2016

In order to provide that one or more countries should no longer be treated as beneficiary developing countries with respect to one or more eligible articles for purposes of the GSP, the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn for the…

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Jun 29, 2016

In order to provide that duty-free treatment provided under the AGOA shall remain in effect through September 30, 2025, general note 16(c) of the HTS is modified by striking 'September 30, 2015' and by inserting in lieu thereof 'September…

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Jun 29, 2016

The competitive need limitation provided in section 503(c)(2)(A)(i)(II) of the 1974 Act is disregarded with respect to the eligible articles in the HTS subheadings and to the beneficiary developing countries listed in Annex VI to this…

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Jun 28, 2016

At the end of the day, the most compelling rationale to promote this agenda is because it will deliver tangible economic benefits to all of our countries.

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Jun 28, 2016

We are releasing -- the White House is releasing a new analysis today from the Council of Economic Advisers that shows in concrete terms the expansion in clean energy jobs that will come from hitting the ambitious 50 percent clean energy…

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Jun 28, 2016

The world has benefited enormously from the international order that we helped to build together.

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Jun 28, 2016

All persons deserve to live lives free from violence and discrimination.

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Jun 28, 2016

W. Stuart Symington, of Missouri, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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Jun 28, 2016

The United States will host the first annual Stakeholder Dialogue on North American Competiveness this fall in Washington.

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