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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 16, 2014

There's no time limit on that. We're patient and we fulfill our commitments.

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Jun 16, 2014

We've already shown that when we work together, we can protect our oceans for future generations.

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Jun 16, 2014

Extremist groups like ISIL do not have their interests at heart.

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Jun 16, 2014

We will continue our efforts to bring to justice those who were responsible for the Benghazi attacks.

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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 fact that he is now in U.S. custody is a testament to the painstaking efforts of our military, law enforcement, and intelligence personnel.

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Jun 15, 2014

Airstrikes are still on the table, but no combat troops on the ground.

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Jun 15, 2014

Nominations sent to the Senate: Victor Allen Bolden, of Connecticut, to be United States District Judge for the District of Connecticut.

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Jun 15, 2014

Nominations sent to the Senate: Mark A. Kearney, of Pennsylvania, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

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Jun 15, 2014

Iraq is an independent, sovereign country and decisions about the future of Iraq should be made by an Iraqi political leadership that reflects the best interests of Iraq's diverse population.

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Jun 15, 2014

Nominations sent to the Senate: Gerald J. Pappert, of Pennsylvania, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

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Jun 15, 2014

Nominations sent to the Senate: Joseph F. Leeson, Jr., of Pennsylvania, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

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Jun 15, 2014

Nominations sent to the Senate: Wendy Beetlestone, of Pennsylvania, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

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Jun 15, 2014

The actions right now are precipitated on doing everything we can to protect the security of Americans who are representing our interests in Iraq.

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Jun 15, 2014

We do think that there is some common ground, because we do think it's in the interest of Iran and other countries that neighbor Iraq for this kind of violent sectarian strife to come to an end because it's in everybody's interest.

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Jun 14, 2014

Illegal immigration is not safe; that putting your child in the hands of a criminal smuggling organization is not safe.

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Jun 14, 2014

Thank you for your steadfast promotion of democracy in Spain and commitment to strong transatlantic relations.

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Jun 14, 2014

We have to be centrally committed to the project in building a hemisphere that is middle class, secure and democratic, from Canada to Chile and everywhere in between.

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Jun 14, 2014

It is not worth subjecting children to a perilous journey when there is no light at the end of the tunnel.

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Jun 13, 2014

The competition underscores the ability communities have to not only recover from recent disasters but also rebuild better and stronger for the future.

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Jun 13, 2014

There is established, effective 12:01 a. m. eastern daylight time on June 15, 2014, a Board of three members to be appointed by the President to investigate and report on these disputes.

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