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.
Jan 12, 2009
No one is more able or more qualified to assist Peter Orszag in this work than Robert Nabors.
Jan 12, 2009
Including $5 billion in additional borrowing authority for BPA in any stimulus proposal is really key to integrating those renewable resources like wind onto that grid.
Jan 12, 2009
if countries like Iran are willing to unclench their fist, they will find an extended hand from the United States.
Jan 12, 2009
I believe the Arab states have an important role to play in advancing efforts to achieve peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
Jan 12, 2009
We need to ensure that we do as much as possible to engage a wide range of Pakistan's democratically elected civilian leaders.
Jan 12, 2009
Religious persecution is anathema to Americans. We believe in the freedom to worship.
Jan 12, 2009
The Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism is a key post in enabling the United States to fulfill this mission.
Jan 12, 2009
I agree with that--wind, solar. And I agree that it is an important step to do that in order to get to a sustainable energy future.
Jan 12, 2009
It is not time to lift the embargo on Cuba, especially since it provides an important source of leverage for further change on the island.
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