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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.

Aug 29, 2008

Sustained and predictable increases in research funding will allow the United States to . . . provide greater support for . . . young scientists at the beginning of their careers.

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Aug 28, 2008

I don't believe that Senator McCain doesn't care what's going on in the lives of Americans. I just think he doesn't know. Why else would he define middle class as someone making under $5 million a year?

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Aug 28, 2008

But the record's clear: John McCain has voted with George Bush 90 percent of the time.

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Aug 28, 2008

John McCain likes to say that he'll follow bin Laden to the gates of hell. But he won't even follow him to the cave where he lives.

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Aug 28, 2008

I haven't met her before. She seems like a compelling person. Obviously, a terrific story. Personal story. And, you know, I'm sure that she will help make the case for the Republicans. Unfortunately the case is more of the same.

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Aug 28, 2008

You know, I -- I haven't met her before. She seems like a compelling person, obviously, a terrific story, personal story. And, you know, I'm sure that she will help make the case for the Republicans. Unfortunately, the case is more of the…

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Aug 28, 2008

It is also a day to remember the disastrously inadequate response from the federal government.

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Aug 28, 2008

Today is a day to celebrate their resilience and pledge to help them finish the job.

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Aug 28, 2008

Never again will we let bureaucratic incompetence leave disaster victims stranded and alone.

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Aug 27, 2008

If John McCain wants to follow George Bush with more tough talk and bad strategy, that is his choice – but it is not the change we need.

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Aug 27, 2008

I will make it easier for the American people to afford these new cars.

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