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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 8, 2016

I'm going to keep on talking about this—adults out there, particularly men out there, to—if you are interested in mentoring and signing up, get on the White House website and look up 'My Brother's Keeper.'

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Jun 8, 2016

It just requires us really exposing them to what's possible and giving them some resources and some open doors.

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Jun 8, 2016

She possesses an extraordinary intelligence, and a remarkable work ethic.

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Jun 8, 2016

Thanks to heroes like Edith Windsor and Jim Obergefell, we now live in an America where all of our marriages and our families are recognized as equal under the law.

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Jun 8, 2016

I'm incredibly proud of all them and what they're going to accomplish.

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Jun 8, 2016

It can't just be about us. It's about 'we' and what we can do together.

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Jun 7, 2016

The Department of Labor's final rule will ensure that American workers and retirees receive retirement advice that is in their best interest.

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Jun 7, 2016

He's earned the opportunity to make these decisions based on his own thinking and based on his own schedule.

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