Whenever freedom and equality are affirmed, our country becomes stronger.
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.
H.R. 2655 would change Rule 11 by requiring monetary sanctions for a Rule 11 violation.
The legislation is based on the false assertion that there is endemic fraud in the asbestos trust system.
The bill’s mandatory reporting and disclosure requirements would threaten asbestos victims’ privacy.
I want to congratulate the Hawaii State Legislature on passing legislation in support of marriage equality.
The United States values its special relationship and alliance with the United Kingdom.
H.R. 2655 is an attempt to amend the rules directly, over the objections of the Judicial Conference.
This is how we'll be judged: not just by how well we care for our troops in battle, but how we treat them when they come home.
We will never forget the profound sacrifices that are made in our name.
I know the incredible resiliency of the Philippine people, and I am confident that the spirit of bayanihan will see you through this tragedy.
The United States is already providing significant humanitarian assistance, and we stand ready to further assist the Government's relief and recovery efforts.
As long as I'm your President, I will make it my mission to make sure that America has your back, not just on one day or one weekend, but 365 days a year.
If you fight for your country overseas, you should never have to fight for a job when you come home.
Veterans Day weekend is a chance for all of us to say two simple words: 'Thank you.'
The employment report shows differing accounts, with the more reliable payroll survey recording strong job growth.
I believe that exports are central to our national economy and has made increasing exports a major focus for my administration.
Since 2009, exports moving through the New Orleans region have increased 140%, including a 20% increase in the last year alone.
America's resilient businesses have added jobs for 44 consecutive months, with private sector employment increasing by a total of 7.8 million over that period.





