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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.

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Jun 18, 2014

Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends.

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Jun 18, 2014

There is no military solution inside of Iraq, certainly not one that is led by the United States.

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Jun 18, 2014

These two men have proven themselves to be not only top-flight attorneys but dedicated public servants.

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Jun 18, 2014

We have seen millions of Iraqis turn out, in some cases, in very dangerous circumstances.

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Jun 18, 2014

100,000 Strong in the Americas, an initiative to increase international study in Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Jun 18, 2014

Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared with respect to the disposition of Russian highly enriched uranium.

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Jun 18, 2014

One of the best ways to do it is to boost American manufacturing and American exports.

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Jun 18, 2014

I am grateful for the work they have already done on behalf of the American people and confident that they will ensure justice is served as United States Attorneys.

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Jun 18, 2014

It took a life-changing event to get me to truly appreciate the precious and amazing life I have been blessed with.

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Jun 18, 2014

How do we create thriving businesses that are also able to create great jobs that allow people not just to stay in the middle class, but to work their way into the middle class if they work hard and take responsibility?

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Jun 18, 2014

We believe that the private sector, supported as warranted by targeted loans, guarantees, and other credit enhancements from OPIC, will respond positively.

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Jun 18, 2014

The high cost of energy diverts resources away from economic development.

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Jun 17, 2014

New technologies for rapid prototyping - from laser cutters to CNC routers to 3D printers - have dramatically lowered the cost of developing a prototype and starting a business in manufacturing.

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Jun 17, 2014

These tools are enabling more Americans to design and build almost anything.

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Jun 17, 2014

America has always been a nation of tinkerers, inventors, and entrepreneurs.

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Jun 17, 2014

Set aside sectarian agendas and to come together with a sense of national unity

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Jun 17, 2014

The rise of the Maker Movement represents a huge opportunity for the United States.

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Jun 17, 2014

Today, the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate is launching a Government Maker Corps program to recruit creative and energetic Makers to contribute to projects with rapid prototyping opportunities.

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Jun 16, 2014

We were encouraged by the work that the Prime Minister Maliki has done in the past to ensure that all people inside of Iraq -- Sunni, Shiite and Kurd -- feel that they have a voice in their government.

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Jun 16, 2014

Let's make sure that years from now we can look our children in the eye and tell them that, yes, we did our part, we took action, and we led the way toward a safer, more stable world.

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Jun 16, 2014

I have designated Meredith M. Broadbent as Chair and Dean A. Pinkert as Vice Chair of the United States International Trade Commission.

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Jun 16, 2014

I have made it a priority to find and bring to justice those responsible for the deaths of four brave Americans.

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Jun 16, 2014

This needs to be the year Congress lifts the remaining restrictions on detainee transfers and we close the prison at Guantánamo Bay.

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Jun 16, 2014

The United States has an unwavering commitment to bring to justice those responsible for harming Americans.

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