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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 8, 2008

If the government can bail out investment banks on Wall Street, we can extend a hand to folks who are struggling here on Main Street.

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Jun 8, 2008

Bill Clinton is an enormous talent, and I would welcome him campaigning for me.

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Jun 7, 2008

Today I appointed Matthew Nugen to serve as my designee to the Democratic National Convention Committee.

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Jun 6, 2008

I will be the Democratic nominee for the president of the United States of America.

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Jun 6, 2008

She's been an extraordinary public servant for years now. She ran as tough a race as could be imagined. And I have nothing but respect for Senator Clinton and what she's going to contribute to the party. And I'm also confident we're going…

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Jun 5, 2008

She's been an extraordinary public servant for years now. She ran as tough a race as could be imagined. And I have nothing but respect for Senator Clinton and what she's going to contribute to the party.

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Jun 5, 2008

I will be the Democratic nominee for the president of the United States of America.

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Jun 5, 2008

This is a reminder that working families continue to bear the brunt of the failed Bush economic policies.

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