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 26, 2015
If Iran ends up ultimately not being able to say yes, if they cannot provide us the kind of assurances that would lead [us] to conclude that they are not obtaining a nuclear weapon, then we're going to have to explore other options
Jan 21, 2015
As a leader, he was always candid and have the courage of his convictions. One of those convictions was the steadfast and passionate believed the importance of the U.S. Saudi relationship as a force of stability and security in the Middle…
Jan 20, 2015
If you truly believe you could work full-time and support a family on less than $15,000 a year, try it.
Jan 20, 2015
It’s time we stop treating childcare as a side issue, or as a women’s issue, and treat it like the national economic priority that it is for all of us.
Jan 20, 2015
That’s what middle-class economics is -- the idea that this country does best when everyone gets their fair shot, everyone does their fair share, everyone plays by the same set of rules.
Jan 20, 2015
We need to do more than just do no harm. Tonight, together, let’s do more to restore the link between hard work and growing opportunity for every American.
Jan 20, 2015
The truth of the matter is that Iran will be and should be a regional power.
Jan 20, 2015
In year 13, 14, 15... the breakout times would have shrunk down to almost zero.
Jan 20, 2015
The truth of the matter is that Iran will be, and should be, a regional power.
Jan 20, 2015
In terms of specifics, we know that they don't need to have an underground, fortified facility like Fordow in order to have a peaceful nuclear program.
Jan 15, 2015
He also suggested that countries across Europe need to play catch-up when it comes to integrating Muslims in their societies.
Jan 12, 2015
I'm hopeful that in the spirit of cooperation and putting America first, we can be in position where, at the end of this year, we'll be able to look back and say we're that much better off than we were when we started the year.
Jan 12, 2015
Daniel R. Elliott, III, of Ohio, to be a Member of the Surface Transportation Board for a term expiring December 31, 2018.
Jan 11, 2015
The United States does not believe Palestinian accession to the ICC is a constructive way forward.
Jan 11, 2015
This is an organization that has been marked by excellence, one of the best in professional sports.
Jan 11, 2015
This bill would make the regulatory process more expensive, less flexible, and more burdensome.
Jan 11, 2015
The United States is focused on reaching a comprehensive deal with Iran that prevents Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and verifiably assures the international community of the exclusively peaceful nature of its nuclear program.
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