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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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May 10, 2016

Energy savings have been achieved through the implementation of various lighting retrofits, HVAC upgrades, refrigeration and hot water efficiency measures.

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May 10, 2016

Today, we are announcing that this year 18 new leading organization achieved their Better Buildings goals many years ahead of schedule.

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May 9, 2016

Their triumphs are an example of the ways that sports can bring an incredible sense of competitive fire, but also teamwork and cooperation, discipline and hard work to a young person's life.

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May 9, 2016

If you've got it, if you can back it up, then you're not being cocky, you're just being accurate.

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May 9, 2016

I hereby delegate functions and authorities vested in the President by section 3136(h) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.

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May 9, 2016

This program has done is that each year, it has set a high bar for excellence.

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May 9, 2016

Every day that passes without Congressional action to support the treatment needs of those suffering from opioid use disorder is a missed opportunity to help the many communities facing the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic.

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May 8, 2016

The national emergency declared on May 12, 2014, to deal with that threat must continue in effect beyond May 12, 2016.

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May 8, 2016

People who vote and elect representatives who share their views end up determining the agenda.

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