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.
Canada will be joining our Power Africa initiative to bring electricity—including renewable energy—to homes and businesses across the continent and help lift people out of poverty.
We, as a peoples, are committed to the principles of equality and opportunity.
The quickest way to slam the brakes on innovation is for the public to lose confidence in the safety of new technologies. Both government and industry have a responsibility to make sure that doesn't happen.
Below is a list of expected attendees at tonight's Canada State Dinner.
There are always those who argue that government should stay out of free enterprise entirely, but I think most Americans would agree we still need rules to keep our air and water clean, and our food and medicine safe.
And we reaffirm that Americans and Canadians will always be there for each other.
Americans and Canadians, we believe in the inherent dignity of every human being.
I saw how both of our nations are threatened by rising seas, melting permafrost, disappearing glaciers and sea ice.
Even as we uphold the privacy and civil liberties of our respective citizens.





