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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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Apr 1, 2015

The framework represents significant progress towards a lasting, comprehensive solution.

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Apr 1, 2015

Make sure to study math and science, because you guys are going to be our future.

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Apr 1, 2015

I have no greater responsibility than the security of the American people.

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Mar 31, 2015

Let us stand with all those who know the pain of an uncertain tomorrow and redouble our efforts to save and improve the lives of Americans across our country.

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Mar 31, 2015

President Jonathan has placed his country's interests first by conceding the election and congratulating President-elect Buhari on his victory.

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Mar 31, 2015

The Secretary of the Treasury may redelegate any of these functions to other officers and agencies of the United States Government consistent with applicable law.

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Mar 31, 2015

I do hereby proclaim April 2015 as National Cancer Control Month.

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Mar 31, 2015

I find that the increasing prevalence and severity of malicious cyber-enabled activities constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States.

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Mar 31, 2015

I hereby declare a national emergency to deal with this threat.

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Mar 31, 2015

I urge President-elect Buhari and President Jonathan to repeat their calls to their supporters to continue to respect the election outcomes.

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Mar 31, 2015

I encourage individuals of all ages and backgrounds to consider this unique opportunity to help those in need and to discuss this choice with friends and family.

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Mar 31, 2015

I commend INEC for its extensive efforts to increase the credibility and transparency of the electoral process.

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Mar 31, 2015

Nigerians came together to decide the future of their country peacefully.

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Mar 31, 2015

I commend President Goodluck Jonathan and President-elect Muhammadu Buhari for their public commitments to nonviolence throughout the campaign.

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Mar 31, 2015

The Precision Medicine Initiative will revolutionize how our Nation combats disease.

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Mar 31, 2015

On behalf of the American people, I extend congratulations to the people of Nigeria and to President-elect Buhari.

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Mar 31, 2015

I congratulate President-Elect Buhari on his victory and thank him for urging his supporters to help ensure the election process remained calm and peaceful.

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Mar 31, 2015

New technologies and strategic investments have made the difference between life and death for many of today's cancer patients.

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Mar 31, 2015

I hereby suspend entry into the United States... of such persons.

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Mar 31, 2015

I commend President Jonathan for putting Nigeria and its people before politics by conceding the election.

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Mar 31, 2015

I encourage both leaders to work together to unify the country and sustain Nigeria's strong partnership with the United States.

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Mar 31, 2015

The United States will continue to support those efforts against Boko Haram.

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Mar 31, 2015

I thank him for his many years of service and his statesmanlike conduct at this critical juncture.

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Mar 30, 2015

Workers deserve a level playing field that lets them freely choose to make their voices heard.

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