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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.

Dec 23, 2008

That is how we will see ourselves through this time of crisis, and reach the promise of a brighter day.

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Dec 23, 2008

Hope endures, and that a new birth of peace is always possible.

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Dec 23, 2008

If the American people come together and put their shoulder to the wheel of history, then I know that we can put our people back to work and point our country in a new direction.

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Dec 23, 2008

Now, we must all do our part to serve one another; to seek new ideas and new innovation; and to start a new chapter for our great country.

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Dec 22, 2008

It's such a great gift. Reagan had it. John F. Kennedy had it. And it's become very valuable to -- to a country when it's uncertain about its future.

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Dec 22, 2008

I am pleased to announce the addition of these distinguished individuals to my administration, as we seek to meet the big challenges of our time.

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Dec 22, 2008

The team that we have assembled is uniquely suited to meet the great global challenges facing us today.

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Dec 21, 2008

Tommorrow, Tuesday December 23, 2008, Vice President-elect Joe Biden will be briefed by Larry Summers, Director of the National Economic Council, and other White House economic advisors on new economic developments and the upcoming…

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Dec 21, 2008

I need you to be bigger, I need you to be bolder. We need to come up with a bigger plan.

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