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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.

Jun 16, 2008

These are the same guys who helped to engineer the distraction of the war in Iraq at a time when we could have pinned down the people who actually committed 9/11. I don't think they have much standing to suggest that they've learned a lot…

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Jun 16, 2008

There is no way that allowing offshore drilling would lower gas prices right now. At best, you're looking at five years or more down the road.

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Jun 16, 2008

She has, in her own words, shattered a glass ceiling into 18 million pieces. She has lifted up the sights of young women all across America including my two daughters. She is worthy of our respect. She is worthy of our honor. She is going…

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Jun 16, 2008

She's a fighter, and we need fighters in the Democratic Party because we've got a lot to fight for. There is a lot worth fighting for. I'm a better candidate because Senator Clinton ran.

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Jun 16, 2008

She's a fighter. And we need fighters in the Democratic Party, because we have got a lot to fight for. There is a lot worth fighting for. I'm a better candidate because Senator Clinton ran.

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Jun 16, 2008

That's not the kind of change that people here in Michigan are looking for.

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Jun 16, 2008

For so many generations, college has been the passport to a better future.

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Jun 16, 2008

It's time to put the American dream within reach for all Americans, regardless of ethnic or economic background.

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Jun 16, 2008

We need to make sure students can always get the loans they need.

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