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.
Each of us is only here because somebody somewhere invested in our success.
I want to keep a Democratic Senate not because I think Democrats have a monopoly on wisdom.
Democrats do have one congenital disease, and that is that we don't vote during midterms.
Together, we can build a more responsive criminal justice system, give seniors the tools to avoid financial scams, and determine the best ways to prevent elder abuse before it starts.
America must lead by example, and my Administration remains dedicated to ending elder abuse, supporting victims, and holding abusers accountable.
You're also going to be somebody who has a voice in how this country operates.
I call upon all Americans to observe this day by learning the signs of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and by raising awareness about this growing public health issue.
Today, let us join with partners around the globe in declaring that we will not fail the men and women who raised us, sacrificed for us, and shaped our world.
I hope you leave here today believing that if you can make it, then there shouldn't be any kid out here who can't make it.
It is not fair to students who do everything right to get saddled with debt that they have to pay off not just for years, but in some cases, decades.
Every single child should have the opportunity like you have had to go as far as your talents and hard work will take you.
We're the only -- we're the only developed country on earth where this happens. And it happens now once a week. And it is a one-day story. There is no place else like this.
The people of the United States join me in offering Reuven Rivlin congratulations on his election as the next President of the State of Israel.
This bill gives a green light to 34 water infrastructure projects across the country.





