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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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Jan 12, 2017

I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect to Iran declared in E.O. 12957.

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Jan 12, 2017

The situation in Venezuela described in Executive Order 13692 has not improved.

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Jan 12, 2017

I have determined that it is necessary to continue this national emergency and to maintain in force the sanctions to respond to this threat.

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Jan 12, 2017

The crisis constituted by the actions and policies of certain members of the Government of Zimbabwe and other persons to undermine Zimbabwe's democratic processes or institutions has not been resolved.

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Jan 12, 2017

The actions and policies of persons that undermine democratic processes and institutions in Ukraine continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.

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Jan 12, 2017

If we are to defend religious freedom, we must remember that when any religious group is targeted, we all have a responsibility to speak up.

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Jan 12, 2017

I have designated Rhonda Schnare Schmidtlein as Chair of the United States International Trade Commission for the term expiring June 16, 2018.

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Jan 12, 2017

America has changed a great deal since Thomas Jefferson first drafted the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, but religious liberty is a right we must never stop striving to uphold.

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Jan 12, 2017

It is in the national security interest of the United States to waive the application of section 908(a)(1) of TSRA with respect to Sudan.

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Jan 12, 2017

I declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

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Jan 12, 2017

I have determined that it is necessary to continue the national emergency with respect to Libya.

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Jan 12, 2017

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998, as amended, 5 U.S.C. 3345et seq. (the 'Act'), it is hereby ordered that:

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Jan 12, 2017

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby direct the following:

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Jan 11, 2017

Folks don't just feel like they know Joe, the politician. They feel like they know the person.

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Jan 11, 2017

The Memorandum also directs agencies to prioritize building a more inclusive Federal workforce that is reflective of the diversity of our Nation.

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Jan 11, 2017

We believe that ultimately the best future for Cuba is one that is determined by the Cuban people.

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Jan 11, 2017

It is critical that all Americans can experience Federal lands and waters and the benefits they provide.

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Jan 11, 2017

To know Joe Biden is to know that love without pretense, service without self-regard, and to live life fully.

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Jan 11, 2017

America succeeds when our workers and businesses have a fair shot to compete in the global economy.

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Jan 11, 2017

Effective immediately, Cuban nationals who attempt to enter the United States illegally and do not qualify for humanitarian relief will be subject to removal, consistent with U.S. law and enforcement priorities.

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Jan 11, 2017

Today's actions will help ensure that more of our country's history will be preserved and celebrated.

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