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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.

Mar 16, 2009

I have every confidence that he and Secretary Clinton will ensure America’s continued close and unique partnership with Ireland in the years ahead.

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Mar 16, 2009

The drugs are coming north, and we are sending money and guns south. As a consequence, these cartels have gained extraordinary power.

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Mar 16, 2009

America cannot meet the threats of this century alone.

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Mar 16, 2009

The American people don't have the luxury of just focusing on Wall Street. They don't have the luxury of choosing to pay either their mortgage or their medical bills.

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Mar 15, 2009

So small businesses are not only job generators, they're also at the heart of the American dream.

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Mar 15, 2009

This is a corporation that finds itself in financial distress due to recklessness and greed. Under these circumstances, it's hard to understand how derivative traders at AIG warranted any bonuses, much less $165 million in extra pay.

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Mar 15, 2009

Small businesses are not only job generators. They're also at the heart of the American dream.

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Mar 15, 2009

They deserve the same commitment from their Government as my grandparents received.

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Mar 13, 2009

We have a very strong friendship between the two countries, but we can always make it stronger.

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Mar 13, 2009

No parent should have to worry that their child is going to get sick from their lunch.

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Mar 12, 2009

Those are the kind of basic rights that I think everybody should enjoy.

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