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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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Mar 30, 2014

During National Financial Capability Month, we renew our drive to give all Americans the tools to navigate the financial world and gain the economic freedom to pursue their own measure of happiness.

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Mar 30, 2014

Raising a healthy next generation is both a moral obligation and a national imperative.

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Mar 27, 2014

We want to keep the door open to diplomacy, to a pathway of de-escalation.

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Mar 27, 2014

Nothing's more powerful than someone who seems to live out their convictions

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Mar 27, 2014

That stability ultimately is going to be best served by Egypt following through on its commitment to transition to free and fair elections and democratic governance.

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Mar 27, 2014

The Ukrainian government continues to take a restrained and de-escalatory approach to the crisis.

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Mar 26, 2014

Extending these benefits would not only help these families pay their bills but it is also one of the most cost effective ways to strengthen the economy.

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Mar 26, 2014

The Congress should act immediately to pass this extension, restoring a vital economic lifeline for hardworking American families.

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Mar 26, 2014

With the bipartisan confirmation of Maria Contreras-Sweet as the next Administrator of the Small Business Administration, the American people will have a fierce champion.

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Mar 26, 2014

More than 6 million Americans have signed up for private health insurance plans.

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Mar 25, 2014

I have fought my entire political career and as President to strengthen consumer protections.

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Mar 25, 2014

The United States seeks to strengthen economic cooperation with Belgium even further.

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Mar 25, 2014

I support these efforts, and I commend Governor Malloy for his leadership.

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Mar 25, 2014

I believe we can forge an economic alliance as strong as our diplomatic and security alliances.

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Mar 25, 2014

We remain united in our partnership to promote peace, stability, and prosperity across the globe.

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Mar 25, 2014

America and Europe have done extraordinary things together before.

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Mar 24, 2014

I think we would all agree that this was as well designed and well executed as any international summit that we've attended.

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Mar 24, 2014

We have disagreements with Saudi Arabia on a number of issues.

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Mar 24, 2014

An important element of such an approach is ensuring that illicit trafficking of nuclear and radiological material and weapons does not occur through the global supply chain.

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Mar 24, 2014

The United States has been working with Kazakhstan to eliminate its excess HEU since the completion of Project Sapphire in 1994.

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Mar 23, 2014

The United States and Japan established a bilateral Nuclear Security Working Group in 2011.

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