Political Quotes

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 1, 2008

We have to end the war in Iraq. It costs us $9 billion to $10 billion a month.

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Dec 31, 2007

If I were elected president I would make sure there was a vote on the Freedom of Choice Act. Signing that bill would be the first thing I’d do as president.

msnbc.com
Dec 31, 2007

the failure to clean up this site quickly will one, delay future economic development opportunities.

congress.gov
Dec 31, 2007

I completely agree it is an obligation we have to meet. I think we are not meeting it well right now because we are doing it piecemeal year after year by year.

congress.gov
Dec 31, 2007

the taxpayer gets stuck with the bill, about $4 billion more over time to the taxpayer already with the slowdown in the cleanup.

congress.gov
Dec 31, 2007

will pose undue environmental risks.

congress.gov
Dec 31, 2007

I encourage all Iowans to take part in the caucuses this Thursday — not because it will be good for any one candidate, but because it will be good for our party and the future of our country.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Dec 31, 2007

Bringing to Washington, D.C. the kind of change we can believe in.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Dec 31, 2007

I have a lot of respect for Congressman Kucinich, and I'm honored that he has done this because we both believe deeply in the need for fundamental change.

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