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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.

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Feb 10, 2015

I deployed an entire operation at significant risk to rescue not only her but the other individuals that have been held and probably missed them by a day or two.

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Feb 10, 2015

If we had actionable intelligence about a gathering of ISIL leaders, and our partners didn't have the capacity to get them, I would be prepared to order our special forces to take action, because I will not allow these terrorists to have a…

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Feb 9, 2015

He expressed his condolences. He also pledged to relentlessly pursue those who had a hand in her death.

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Feb 9, 2015

The one thing that we have held to is a policy of not paying ransoms with an organization like ISIL.

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Feb 9, 2015

But I don't think it's accurate than to say that the United States government hasn't done everything that we could. We devoted enormous resources and always devote enormous resources to freeing captives or hostages anywhere in the world.

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Feb 9, 2015

Well, first of all, my immediate reaction is heartbreak. You know, I've been in touch with Kayla's family. She was an outstanding young woman and a great spirit. And I think that spirit will live on. I think the more people learn about…

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Feb 8, 2015

Now, it is true that if in fact diplomacy fails, what I've asked my team to do is to look at all options. What other means can we put in place to change Mr. Putin's calculus? And the possibility of lethal defensive weapons is one of those…

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Feb 3, 2015

We have halted the progress of Iran's nuclear program.

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Feb 3, 2015

We are opposing Russian aggression.

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Feb 2, 2015

Our governments will continue to have differences and the United States will continue to stand firmly for universal values and human rights.

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Feb 2, 2015

We are not going to stop talking about issues like democracy and human rights and freedom of assembly and freedom of the press.

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Feb 2, 2015

Should in fact this video be authentic, it's just one more indication of the viciousness and barbarity of this organization. And it -- I think will redouble the vigilance and determination on the part of a global coalition to make sure…

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Feb 1, 2015

We are deploying all the assets that we can, working with all the coalition allies that we can to identify their locations. We are in very close contact with the family trying to keep them updated. You know, obviously, this is something…

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Feb 1, 2015

Measles is preventable. I understand that there are families that in some cases are concerned about the effect of vaccinations. The science is, you know, pretty indisputable. We've looked at this again and again. There is every reason to…

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Feb 1, 2015

Measles is preventable. I understand that there're families that in some cases are concerned about the effect of vaccinations. The science is, you know, pretty is indisputable. We've looked at this again and again. There is every reason to…

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Jan 29, 2015

Doctors have always recognized that every patient is unique, and doctors have always tried to tailor their treatments as best they can to individuals.

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Jan 27, 2015

One way is to ask those who are abusing the system through tax loopholes to pay their fair share for public services.

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Jan 27, 2015

We are going to protect American jobs in the auto industry and manufacturing and we are going to make sure we do not lose making those things in America.

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Jan 27, 2015

America is a nation of laws, which means I, as the President, am obligated to enforce the law . . . .

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