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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 15, 2008

This time - this election - is our chance to stand up and say: enough is enough!

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Sep 14, 2008

Today, we mark the anniversary of the tragic bombing at the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama.

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Sep 14, 2008

It's time to make sure the next four years don't look just like the last eight.

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Sep 14, 2008

For eight years, we have had policies that have shredded consumer protections, that have loosened oversight and regulation, and encouraged outsized bonuses to CEOs, while ignoring middle-class Americans. The result is the most serious…

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Sep 14, 2008

Let us pray that those little girls lead us today like they led this nation back then.

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Sep 14, 2008

What has always distinguished the Hispanic community - and what distinguishes us as Americans - is our belief that in America, you can make it if you try.

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Sep 14, 2008

Rewarding CEOs during a historic economic crisis may make sense to someone who's so disturbingly out of touch he believes 'the fundamentals of our economy are strong,' but it undermines our economy and betrays our sense of fairness.

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Sep 14, 2008

This month, I join all Americans in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.

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