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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 14, 2008

I want to commend federal regulators for blocking golden parachutes for the outgoing CEOs of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

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Sep 14, 2008

It’s a time to honor the achievements and sacrifices of Hispanic Americans.

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Sep 14, 2008

Multi-million dollar severance payments for the executives who helped steer these institutions into the current crisis situation would violate the spirit of the authority granted by Congress to the Treasury Department and would violate the…

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Sep 14, 2008

It would be a gross violation of the public trust to fail to use this authority now.

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Sep 12, 2008

It is time for our countries to return to the shared values and mutual respect that served us well in the past.

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Sep 12, 2008

A democratic Serbia that lives in peace with its neighbors, respects the rights of all its citizens, and defends the rule of law deserves the full support of Europe and the United States.

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Sep 12, 2008

This week's ratification by the Serbian parliament of a Stabilization and Association Agreement (SAA) with the European Union is an important step in Serbia's integration into the Euro-Atlantic community.

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Sep 12, 2008

During difficult times, during moments of tragedy, the American people come together. We may argue, we may differ, but we are all Americans and one of the principles of this great country is that during times of need, we are all in it…

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