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.
I commend the California Legislature and Governor Jerry Brown for raising the minimum wage and expanding the security of paid sick leave for workers in their State.
NATO continues to be the linchpin, the cornerstone of our collective defense and U.S. security policy.
no terrorist group has yet succeeded in obtaining a nuclear device or producing a dirty bomb using radioactive materials.
Use the IAEA's extensive nuclear security services and to make available experts to the IAEA to carry out these services.
When the international community stands as one, we can advance our common security.
Step up efforts to implement in full UNSC Resolution (UNSCR) 1540 nuclear security obligations by 2021.
I think the approach that they've been taking towards the press is one that could lead Turkey down a path that would be very troubling.
America is built on the notion that we are our brothers' and our sisters' keepers, and that we all have certain obligations to one another.
I have proposed over 1 billion dollars in new funding to address prescription opioid abuse and heroin use, a public health issue that has taken a devastating toll on too many.





