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 4, 2012

Our fight goes on because this Nation cannot succeed without a growing, thriving middle class.

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Nov 4, 2012

I expect my team to continue to make sure all available resources are being deployed effectively.

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Nov 4, 2012

I want to cut the growth of tuition so our young people aren't burdened with debt.

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Nov 4, 2012

I’m concerned for the potential severe weather in the area over the coming days.

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Nov 3, 2012

I want to cut the growth of tuition in half over the next 10 years.

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Nov 3, 2012

I expect my team to stay completely focused on meeting the needs of our state and local partners.

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Nov 3, 2012

That teacher in an overcrowded classroom... she needs a champion.

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Nov 3, 2012

As long as there's a single American who wants a job, but can't find one, our work is not yet done.

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Nov 3, 2012

Our fight goes on because we know this Nation can't succeed without a growing, thriving middle class.

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Nov 3, 2012

Now is the time to keep pushing forward: to educate all our kids, train all our workers, create new jobs.

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Nov 3, 2012

I will fight for you and your families every single day as hard as I know how.

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Nov 3, 2012

We're all in this together and we rise or fall as one Nation and as one people.

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Nov 3, 2012

I'm fighting for the middle class, making sure people have a voice.

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Nov 3, 2012

Change—real change—is a country where every American has got a shot at a great education.

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Nov 3, 2012

Change is a country where every American has a shot at a good education.

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