Political Quotes

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 14, 2008

Life doesn't count for much unless you're willing to do your small part to leave our children – all of our children – a better world.

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Jun 14, 2008

We need fathers to realize that responsibility does not end at conception.

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Jun 14, 2008

What makes you a man is not the ability to have a child – it's the courage to raise one.

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Jun 12, 2008

A secure retirement is no longer a guarantee for the middle class.

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Jun 12, 2008

That's why I think the best way forward is to first look to adjust the cap on the payroll tax so that people like me pay a little bit more and people in need are protected.

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Jun 12, 2008

This means that 97% of Americans will see absolutely no change in their taxes under my plan - 97%.

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Jun 12, 2008

Social Security is strong, but as more baby boomers retire, the long-term cash-flow needs to be addressed.

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Jun 12, 2008

It's time to stop cutting back the safety net for working people while we protect golden parachutes for the well-off.

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Jun 12, 2008

Privatizing Social Security was a bad idea when George W. Bush proposed it.

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Jun 12, 2008

We're not going to help folks reach a secure retirement unless we encourage savings.

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