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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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Apr 18, 2013

We cannot afford to ignore what the overwhelming judgment of science tells us: that climate change is real and that it poses an urgent threat to our people and our planet.

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Apr 18, 2013

Nothing is more powerful than millions of voices calling for change.

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Apr 17, 2013

More Syrians are standing up for their dignity. The Assad regime will come to an end. The Syrian people will have their chance to forge their own future. And they will continue to find a partner in the United States of America.

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Apr 17, 2013

Some of them are just plain dumb.

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Apr 17, 2013

Today, no area holds more promise than our investments in American energy. After years of talking about it, we're finally poised to control our own energy future.

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Apr 17, 2013

If they sought to intimidate us, to terrorize us, well, it should be pretty clear by now that they picked the wrong city to do it.

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Apr 16, 2013

Engage Russia to seek further reductions in our nuclear arsenals, and continue leading the global effort to secure nuclear materials that could fall into the wrong hands--because our ability to influence others depends on our willingness…

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Apr 16, 2013

If you are looking for a good bang for your educational buck, high-quality preschool is the place to look.

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Apr 16, 2013

All in all, this was a pretty shameful day for Washington. The fact is, most of these senators could not offer any good reason why we wouldn't want to make it harder for criminals and those with severe mental illnesses to buy a gun. There…

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Apr 16, 2013

While urban forestry improves quality of life and contributes to a healthy environment, these efforts also create good jobs.

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Apr 16, 2013

You've got a country and a Commander in Chief who appreciates you.

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Apr 15, 2013

If you want to know who we are, what America is, how we respond to evil, that's it, selflessly, compassionately, unafraid.

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Apr 15, 2013

The American people refuse to be terrorized because what the world saw yesterday and the aftermath of the explosions were stories of heroism and kindness and generosity and love.

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Apr 15, 2013

The bombings in Boston are being investigated as an act of terrorism

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Apr 15, 2013

So if you want to know who we are, what America is, how we respond to evil, that's it. Selflessly, compassionately, unafraid.

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Apr 15, 2013

The American people refuse to be terrorized. Because what the world saw yesterday, the aftermath of the explosions, were stories of heroism, and kindness, and generosity and love.

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Apr 15, 2013

The FBI is investigating it as an act of terrorism. Any time bombs are used to target innocent civilians, it is an act of terror.

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Apr 15, 2013

The FBI is investigating as an act of terrorism. Any time bombs are used to target innocent civilians, it is an act of terror.

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Apr 15, 2013

The strong and prosperous Israel we see today proves Herzl's vision: 'If you will it, it is no dream.'

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