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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.

Feb 11, 2009

Judd's a good man and I think that he sincerely wanted to work with us. I think he had a change of heart about the idea of leaving the Senate. The one thing I want to make sure of these people don't take from this the notion that we can't…

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Feb 11, 2009

These are trying days. They will grow tougher in the months to come. There will be moments when our doubts rise and our hopes recede.

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Feb 11, 2009

Judd's a good man. And I think that he sincerely wanted to work with us. I think he had a change of heart about the idea of leaving the Senate.

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Feb 11, 2009

Health care has suddenly gotten a lot more difficult, to see it getting through to fruition this year.

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Feb 11, 2009

Such knee-jerk disdain for government, this constant rejection of any common endeavor cannot rebuild our levees or our roads or our bridges.

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Feb 11, 2009

We're going to break down some of these barriers, because the American people need it. They are desperate for us to find common ground.

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Feb 11, 2009

Having an extra $1,000 during some tight times can really make a difference. So, that is a central part of the package.

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Feb 11, 2009

And having an extra $1,000 during some tight times can really make a difference. So that is a central part of the package.

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Feb 11, 2009

It's been a very busy day. A big speech in Springfield, Illinois, was planned to commemorate the birthday of Lincoln.

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Feb 11, 2009

That's how we'll beat back our present dangers, that's how we will surpass what trials may come.

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