Political Quotes

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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Nov 19, 2016

The main reflection I have and the main advice that I give to the incoming President is, the United States really is an indispensable nation in our world order.

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Nov 19, 2016

I believe that TPP is a plus for America's economy, America's workers, American jobs.

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Nov 19, 2016

I continue to believe that America will have a vital role to play in creating and sustaining a strong, enduring leadership role in the Asia Pacific.

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Nov 19, 2016

I think it's important for us to understand those are our key allies in this fight, not enemies.

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Nov 18, 2016

These grants will support robust communities of entrepreneurs and the expansion of businesses and social ventures across Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Nov 18, 2016

The U.S. Department of State will host a series of YLAI TechCamps, starting in Paraguay in 2017, for social entrepreneurship.

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Nov 18, 2016

The best way for us to look out for American interests is to also care about what's happening in our neighborhood.

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Nov 18, 2016

YLAI Network members will now have access to an array of online courses and training materials.

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Nov 18, 2016

The structure and framework of cooperation... has been extremely productive.

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Nov 18, 2016

Change generally doesn't happen overnight, it happens over time.

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Nov 18, 2016

I continue to believe that a constructive U.S.-China relationship benefits our two peoples and benefits the entire globe.

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Nov 18, 2016

I want to take this opportunity to note our work together to build a more durable and productive set of bilateral ties.

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Nov 18, 2016

I view the relationship between our two countries as the most consequential in the world.

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Nov 18, 2016

CFYR builds youth resilience to create pathways away from crime and toward productive participation in the community and economy.

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Nov 18, 2016

I often say to young people in my own country: If you had to be born at any time in human history, it would be right now.

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Nov 18, 2016

The United States condemns in the strongest terms these horrific attacks against medical infrastructure and humanitarian aid workers.

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Nov 18, 2016

We must also continue to find ways to ensure that trade agreements contribute to our shared objective of reducing inequality.

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