I will be calling on Wally's intellect, judgment, and dedication as we sustain America's global economic leadership.
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.
Free men and women have the capacity to shape their own destiny and forge a fairer and more just world for all who follow.
The United States congratulates the people of Guinea for overcoming logistical challenges to participate in largely peaceful elections on October 11 that reflected the will of the Guinean people.
Each generation is tasked with continuing the work of perfecting our Nation.
Let us recommit to continuing our legacy as a Nation that rejects complacency.
This agreement will mean less of the carbon pollution that threatens our planet, and more of the jobs and economic growth driven by low-carbon investment.
We've set the first-ever nationwide standards to limit the amount of carbon pollution power plants can dump into the air our children breathe.
What matters is that today we can be more confident that this planet is going to be in better shape for the next generation.
That's the message I hope every Muslim American hears, that we're all part of the same American family.





