We must stand up to prejudice in all of its forms--including the scourge of anti-Semitism.
Barack Obama
The Public Record
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.
We should also pursue other unilateral sanctions that target Iranian banks and Iranian assets.
The U.S. should support and participate in ongoing efforts with our allies and partners in the region to assemble an international coalition.
The United States and Syria have profound differences on important issues, and the President-elect and I believe that engaging directly with Syria increases the possibility of making progress on changing Syrian behavior.
America has both a moral obligation and a responsibility for security that demands we confront Iraq's humanitarian crisis.
These initiatives help create a model for individual responsibility and collective action to the Clinton Global Initiative, bringing people together to take on tough global challenges.
We are guided by unchanging truths: That all people are created equal; that each person has a right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
We will return to a policy of vigorous involvement, partnership even, with Latin America.
We must build a deeper partnership with Mexico to address the shared dangers arising from drug trafficking and the challenges along our border.





