Oct 21, 2008
I ask you to believe - to believe in yourselves, in each other, and in the future we can build together.
Barack Obama
The Public Record
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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Oct 21, 2008
To succeed, we need leadership that understands the connection between our economy and our strength in the world.
Oct 21, 2008
These are the steps that we must take - right now - to start getting our economy back on track.
Oct 20, 2008
If we can spend $10 billion a month rebuilding Iraq, we can certainly spend some money to rebuild America.
Oct 20, 2008
That's why I'm running for President - to give them that chance and rebuild our economy.
Oct 20, 2008
When we spend $10 billion a month in Iraq, that means less money to fix crumbling roads and bridges here at home.
Oct 20, 2008
I've proposed $15 billion a year to create five million new green jobs over the next decade.
Oct 20, 2008
This economic crisis is the final verdict on their failed leadership - and it's time for something new.
Oct 20, 2008
The financial crisis that states, businesses and families are facing didn't just spring up full-blown overnight.
Oct 20, 2008
I believe that we can steer ourselves out of this crisis, because I believe in this country.
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