AAPIs are the fastest growing racial group in our country, growing over 4 times as rapidly as the population of the United States.
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.
I call upon Americans of all ages to celebrate the contributions of older Americans during this month and throughout the year.
One in three AAPIs does not speak English fluently, and certain subgroups experience low levels of educational attainment and high levels of unemployment.
I am committed to ensuring all of our Nation's students have the tools and skills they need to get ahead.
Let us ensure our educators know how much we value their service in the classroom.
American's teachers—from the front lines of our civil rights movement to the front lines of our education system—have helped steer our country's course.
We also know kids are better off when raised by loving families, not institutions.
More than four of five Direct Loan recipients with loans in repayment are current on their loans.
There are options available to support Americans who may be struggling with student loan debt.
These efforts have cut the cost of college by about $3,700 on average for over eight million students last year.





