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.
America will lead global efforts to combat the threat of a changing climate.
Countries that excel at training their young people are going to succeed.
The African Union is vital in resolving conflicts in Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic, and Mali.
I've never forgotten the beauty of this country, the warmth of its people.
The struggle here against apartheid, for freedom, Madiba's moral courage, this country's historic transition to a free and democratic nation has been a personal inspiration to me.
I think it's good for the United States, regardless of what others do.
We will be judged—as a people, as a society, and as a country—on where we go from here.
A few days ago, I unveiled a new national plan to confront the growing threat of a changing climate.
We're working together to advance the dignity of all of our citizens.
The more dialogue we have on those issues, I think because we are democracies that stand for human rights and stand for certain principles, the truth is we should be aligned internationally.
We are committed to broaden and deepen the U.S. - African Union partnership.
Our commitment to progress and human dignity extends to our shared efforts to combat HIV/AIDS.
I commend the African Union's leadership on regional peace and security.
I congratulate Chairperson Dlamini-Zuma on the 50th anniversary of the formation of the Organization of African Unity.





