We need to invest in the infrastructure that keeps us that way and not just when something bad happens.
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.
Enacting TPA will help America take another step toward delivering trade agreements that not only open new markets to 'Made in America' goods.
The necessity of resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the basis of a just, lasting, comprehensive peace agreement is essential.
We will continue to support the Iraqi Government in its efforts against ISIL and in reforms to ensure that the rights and opportunities of all Iraqis are fully respected.
Philadelphia is known as the city of brotherly love—a city of neighborhoods and neighbors.
My work and the U.S. Government's work with these two individuals has been absolutely critical not only to maintaining stability in the region, but also protecting the American people.
Thank you so much for your presence here today and for your longstanding friendship.
We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the derailment aboard Amtrak Train 188.
We are continuing to build that relationship during a very challenging time.
The USA FREEDOM Act's significant reforms would provide the public greater trust and confidence in our national security programs.
The Summit builds upon these successes, showcases Administration policies and programs that have supported the AAPI community.
We need to advance legislation to give the President the authority he needs to complete negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership and enforce the agreement.
The bill strengthens the FISA's privacy and civil liberties protections, while preserving essential authorities our intelligence and law enforcement professionals need to protect the Nation.
In 2014, the Department of Justice, the Department of Labor, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the National Labor Relations Board launched a 'Vulnerable Workers Project.'
He did it for political purposes. I don't know what was in the president's mind. He announced immediately that we got him.
By putting women and youth at the center of our efforts, the U.S. Government will bring entrepreneurship, innovation, and empowerment to underserved communities around the world.
The law also requires most insurance plans to cover basic health services, including contraceptive, prenatal, and maternity care.
Helping folks to start new businesses can spur broad-based growth, here at home and around the world.
I think there will be some form of a statement emerging from the summit that reflects the common positions of the United States and the GCC on a range of issues.
Entrepreneurship breaks down barriers between cultures and between faiths at a time when we need more than ever the capacity to understand and work across borders.
Poverty alone does not cause terrorism or sectarian violence, but investments in youth entrepreneurship and education are some of our best antidotes.





