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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.

Sep 22, 2008

After the economy recovers, we should institute a financial stability fee on the entire financial services industry to repay any losses to the American people and make sure we are never asked again to foot the bill for Wall Street's…

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Sep 22, 2008

Does that mean that I can do everything that I've called for in this campaign? Probably not. Right away, probably not, I think we're going to have to phase it in.

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Sep 22, 2008

Does that mean that I can do everything that I have called for in this campaign... Probably not.

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Sep 22, 2008

I strongly condemn President Ahmadinejad's outrageous remarks at the United Nations.

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Sep 22, 2008

Now is the time for Americans to unite on behalf of the strong sanctions that are needed to increase pressure on the Iranian regime.

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Sep 22, 2008

The security of our ally Israel is too important to play partisan politics.

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Sep 21, 2008

The change we need doesn't come from Washington. Change comes to Washington.

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