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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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May 6, 2014

We've got to have the public understand this is an issue that is going to impact our kids and our grandkids unless we do something about it.

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May 6, 2014

The United States will not allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon.

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May 6, 2014

The purpose of memory is not simply to preserve the past, it is to protect the future.

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May 6, 2014

Lasting peace can only be secured through direct negotiations that lead to two viable, independent states living side-by-side in peace and security.

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May 5, 2014

The Russian leadership must know that if it continues to destabilize eastern Ukraine and disrupt this month's elections, we will move quickly on additional steps, including further sanctions that will impose greater costs.

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May 5, 2014

On behalf of the American people, I wish President Peres, Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the Israeli people a joyous Yom Ha'atzmaut.

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May 5, 2014

Today, the President declared a major disaster in the State of Florida.

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May 5, 2014

Science, accumulated and reviewed over decades, tells us that our planet is changing in ways that will have profound impacts on all of humankind.

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May 5, 2014

The deficit increase in H.R. 4438 is more than fifteen times the cost of the proposed extension of emergency unemployment benefits.

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May 5, 2014

We will continue to work with Israel to support a two-state solution to the decades-old conflict.

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May 5, 2014

Ambassador Rice looks forward to her first visit to Israel as National Security Advisor.

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May 5, 2014

Those who are already feeling the effects of climate change don't have time to deny it—they're busy dealing with it.

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May 5, 2014

I send my warmest wishes to the Israeli people as they celebrate their independence.

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May 5, 2014

However, the Administration strongly opposes House passage of H.R. 4438, which would permanently extend and expand the R&D credit without offsetting the cost.

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May 5, 2014

Making this credit permanent will increase its effectiveness, since it will allow businesses to make investments and create jobs today confident that they will continue to benefit from the credit in the future.

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May 5, 2014

Today, Israel thrives as a diverse and vibrant democracy and as a 'startup nation' that celebrates entrepreneurship and innovation.

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May 5, 2014

The enduring relationship between our two nations, based on shared democratic values and our unwavering commitment to Israel's security, has never been stronger.

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May 4, 2014

I commend Djibouti's important contributions to peace and security in Somalia.

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May 4, 2014

Billy never stopped fighting to make sure future generations would be able to enjoy the outdoors as he did.

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May 4, 2014

I reaffirm my strong commitment to expanding reliable access to electricity in Africa.

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May 4, 2014

We're extremely interested in regional issues, and we want to say how much we appreciate the work that Djibouti has done through AMISOM in Somalia.

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May 4, 2014

The United States' commitment to Djibouti's long-term economic growth remains steadfast.

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