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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 11, 2017

The quality and integrity of our National Parks, National Forests, and other public lands and waters depend on the public servants who steward them for the benefit of current and future generations.

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Jan 11, 2017

A more diverse and inclusive Federal workforce also creates a more welcoming experience for all Americans, no matter their background or where they live.

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Jan 11, 2017

The United States, a land of immigrants, has been enriched by the contributions of Cuban Americans for more than a century.

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Jan 11, 2017

Today the United States is taking important steps forward to normalize relations with Cuba and to bring greater consistency to our immigration policy.

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Jan 11, 2017

By taking this step, we are treating Cuban migrants the same way we treat migrants from other countries.

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Jan 11, 2017

There has not been a single moment since that time that I've doubted the wisdom of that decision.

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Jan 11, 2017

He suited up for our Cancer Moonshot, giving hope to millions of Americans touched by this disease.

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Jan 11, 2017

Our public lands and waters are treasured in part because they tell the story of our Nation.

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Jan 11, 2017

I hereby designate the World Organisation for Animal Health as a public international organization entitled to enjoy the privileges, exemptions, and immunities provided by the International Organizations Immunities Act.

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Jan 11, 2017

I am proud to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, with distinction to my brother, Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.

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Jan 10, 2017

Hearts must change. It won't change overnight. Social attitudes oftentimes take generations to change.

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Jan 10, 2017

Our economy doesn't work as well or grow as fast when a few prosper at the expense of a growing middle class.

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Jan 10, 2017

The long sweep of America has been defined by forward motion, a constant widening of our founding creed to embrace all and not just some.

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Jan 9, 2017

The only way change happens is when ordinary Americans get together, work together, and demand it

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Jan 9, 2017

It's been heartbreaking. You see what happens in Chicago, and these are communities I know and love. And there are so many good people there, and there are people who I know have been personally affected by levels of violence. What I've…

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Jan 9, 2017

This is a president who's very emotional about leaving office and a little bit worried about what's going to come next.

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Jan 9, 2017

I think that was, you know, laced throughout his entire speech which is what you can do going forward and how we cannot be governed by fear.

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Jan 9, 2017

I am asking you to believe. Not in my ability to bring about change, but in yours.

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Jan 9, 2017

Let me tell you, this generation coming up, unselfish, altruistic, creative, patriotic, I've seen you in every corner of the country.

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Jan 9, 2017

If you're tired of arguing with strangers on the Internet, try talking with one of them in real life.

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Jan 9, 2017

It falls to each of us to be those anxious, jealous guardians of our democracy.

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Jan 9, 2017

When voting rates in America are some of the lowest among advanced democracies, we should be making it easier, not harder, to vote.

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