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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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Dec 11, 2016

The British and French are our closest and most effective partners in bringing pressure against terrorist groups that would threaten Western interests.

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Dec 10, 2016

The United States is committed to Egypt's security and will continue to work with our partners to defeat such terrorist acts.

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Dec 10, 2016

This heinous attack targeting Christian worshipers as they gathered to practice their faith demonstrates once again the need for the international community to remain resolute in confronting acts of terrorism across the globe.

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Dec 10, 2016

The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attack outside of Mogadishu, Somalia.

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Dec 9, 2016

It is imperative that President Jammeh, who previously accepted the results of the election, retract his call for a new vote and pledge to facilitate a peaceful and democratic transition to President-elect Adama Barrow.

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Dec 9, 2016

The United States appeals to all Gambians to reject violence and seek a peaceful resolution that upholds the will of the Gambian people and advances the promise of a freer, more democratic, and more prosperous Gambia.

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Dec 9, 2016

The United States strongly condemns the decision by President Yahya Jammeh of The Gambia to ignore the will of the Gambian people in calling for the December 1 election to be nullified.

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Dec 9, 2016

We call specifically on The Gambia's security services to uphold their sacred duty to protect all Gambians and reject any instruction to suppress peaceful expressions of dissent.

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Dec 9, 2016

I hereby designate for Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism all funding including contributions from foreign governments so designated by the Congress in the Act.

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Dec 9, 2016

Every American with insurance is now covered by the strongest set of consumer protections in history.

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Dec 9, 2016

Nearly 30 million Americans would lose their coverage—30 million.

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Dec 9, 2016

I hereby designate as emergency requirements all funding so designated by the Congress in the Act.

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Dec 8, 2016

The Northern Bering Sea Climate Resilience Area represents a hugely productive, high-latitude ocean ecosystem.

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Dec 8, 2016

Addressing these disparities and rethinking discipline have remained top priorities of the Administration.

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Dec 8, 2016

I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff.

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Dec 8, 2016

It is our collective duty to continue striving for a world where nobody is left behind, forgotten, or mistreated.

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Dec 8, 2016

These actions employ science-based leadership to improve marine and coastal resilience and sustain our Nation's precious natural resources.

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Dec 8, 2016

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, 5 U.S.C. 3345,et seq., it is hereby ordered as follows:

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Dec 8, 2016

I have approved the recommendation for Federal recognition of the 'Minnesota World's Fair 2023: Wellness and Well Being for All.'

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Dec 8, 2016

Together, let us continue striving to stamp out all forms of injustice and promote dignity, humanity, and respect around the world.

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Dec 8, 2016

The Treaty will strengthen our security without undermining legitimate international trade in conventional arms.

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