It is an honor to be here at my last—and perhaps the last—White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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.
There is absolutely no reason for Republican Senators to deny him the basic courtesy of a hearing and a vote.
It has been an honor and a privilege to work side by side with you to strengthen our democracy.
We know that having an effective teacher is the most important in-school factor for student success.
AAPIs are the fastest growing racial group in our country, growing over 4 times as rapidly as the population of the United States.
I call upon all Americans to recognize the hard work and dedication of our Nation's public servants.
I call upon Americans of all ages to celebrate the contributions of older Americans during this month and throughout the year.
We recognize and pay tribute to those who ensure the safety and resilience of our Nation's buildings.
Serving the public is not just about a paycheck—it's about contributing to the steady effort to perfect our Union over time so our democracy works for everyone.
Older Americans have unique knowledge and a breadth of insights that are tremendous assets to our country.





