Jan 21, 2009
If you are a lobbyist entering my administration, you will not be able to work on matters you lobbied on.
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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Jan 21, 2009
The imperatives of our young century demands a new era of American leadership. We must recognize that America's strength comes not just from the might of our arms or the scale of our wealth but from our enduring values.
Jan 21, 2009
We can no longer afford drift, and we can no longer afford delay, nor can we cede ground to those who seek destruction.
Jan 21, 2009
Not only will this help address the urgent overcrowding problem at our Nation's Federal prisons, but it will also help achieve our goal of closing the detention center at Guantanamo in a timely, secure, and lawful manner.
Jan 21, 2009
The CBO does not fully reflect the extraordinary steps being taken to invest quickly and effectively.
Jan 21, 2009
We can no longer afford drift and we can no longer afford delay nor can we cede ground to those who seek destruction.
Jan 21, 2009
The message that we are sending around the world is that the United States intends to prosecute the ongoing struggle against violence and terrorism, and we are going to do so vigilantly. We are going to do so effectively and we are going…
Jan 21, 2009
The question is not whether our government is too big or too small but whether it works.
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