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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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Jul 8, 2013

We will remain actively engaged with all sides in Egypt to promote a quick and responsible return to a sustainable, democratically elected civilian government.

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Jul 7, 2013

Innovation can lead to new companies built on improving the use of technology to help Americans get better care.

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Jul 7, 2013

Jonathan has the judgment and the experience to help us continue to move this country forward.

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Jul 7, 2013

Taxpayers deserve the biggest bang for their buck, especially at a time when budgets are tight, and we've got to do a lot more with less.

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Jul 7, 2013

These bonds are far stronger than the differences that too often drive us apart.

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Jul 7, 2013

We should all want a Government that's smarter, quicker, and more responsive to the needs of the American people.

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Jul 7, 2013

I'm grateful to Nancy for her service, and to Jonathan McBride for agreeing to take her place.

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Jul 7, 2013

Instead of bringing more people to the campaign, we wanted to bring the campaign to more people and let them determine its course and its nature.

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Jul 7, 2013

For the first time in history, we've opened up huge amounts of Government data to the American people and put it on the Internet for free.

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Jul 7, 2013

Freedom, dignity, and opportunity are the undeniable rights of all mankind.

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Jul 7, 2013

This Government belongs to us, and it's up to each of us and every one of us to make it work better.

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Jul 7, 2013

I wish Muslims across America and around the world a month blessed with the joys of family, peace, and understanding.

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Jul 7, 2013

Ramadan is a reminder that millions of Muslim Americans enrich our Nation each day.

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Jul 7, 2013

Ramadan is a time for thoughtful reflection, fasting, and devotion.

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Jul 5, 2013

As Egyptians look forward, we call on all sides to bridge Egypt's divisions, reject reprisals, and join together to restore stability and Egypt's democracy.

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Jul 5, 2013

The future path of Egypt can only be determined by the Egyptian people.

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Jul 5, 2013

We urge all Egyptian leaders to condemn the use of force and to prevent further violence among their supporters.

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Jul 5, 2013

The United States categorically rejects the false claims propagated by some in Egypt that we are working with specific political parties or movements to dictate how Egypt's transition should proceed.

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Jul 5, 2013

We remain committed to the Egyptian people and their aspirations for democracy, economy opportunity, and dignity.

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Jul 5, 2013

His thoughts and prayers go out to the families who lost a loved one and all those affected by the crash.

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Jul 4, 2013

It is critical that we remain focused on pursuing policies to speed job creation and expand the middle class.

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Jul 4, 2013

Now is not the time for Washington to impose self-inflicted wounds on the economy.

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Jul 3, 2013

Defending our Nation and our freedoms with strength and with sacrifice is your daily charge.

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Jul 3, 2013

We've been able to not only preserve and make more perfect this Union, but also try to spread that light elsewhere.

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