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.
Dec 22, 2007
Because protecting our children isn't 'unreasonable' - it's our most important obligation as parents and as Americans.
Dec 22, 2007
As president, I'll work with China to keep harmful toys off our shelves.
Dec 18, 2007
Well I'm not running for President to conform to this conventional thinking — I'm running to challenge it.
Dec 18, 2007
Structuring the actual conversation ...(and) convening the leaders is the easy part.
Dec 18, 2007
In this holiday season we are reminded that the things that unite us as a people are more powerful and enduring than anything that sets us apart.
Dec 18, 2007
Resetting the world's view of the U.S. begins with making our government more transparent.
Dec 18, 2007
This grassroots movement that will not only help us succeed on caucus night, but also it will propel us forward to bring about change we can believe in.
Dec 18, 2007
Americans everywhere are working harder for less and paying more for health care and college.
Dec 17, 2007
I am running to do more than end a war in Iraq. I know that that has been the heart of our foreign policy debate over the last several years, but I'm even more interested in ending the mind-set that got us into war.
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