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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Oct 31, 2012

The federal government continues to lean forward to support state and local partners as they recover from this storm.

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Oct 31, 2012

We must press on toward tomorrow's promising breakthroughs in prevention, treatment, and care.

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Oct 31, 2012

Change comes when we live up to America's legacy of innovation.

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Oct 31, 2012

I call upon all Americans to commemorate this month with appropriate programs and activities, and to celebrate November 23, 2012, as Native American Heritage Day.

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Oct 31, 2012

As long as there is a child languishing in poverty, barred from opportunity, our work is not yet done.

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Oct 31, 2012

I have sent to the Federal Register for publication the enclosed notice, stating that the national emergency with respect to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction that was declared in Executive Order 12938, as amended, is to…

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Oct 31, 2012

We will convene another call later tonight with other local officials.

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Oct 31, 2012

We each have a solemn duty to serve our Armed Forces and their families as well as they serve us.

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Oct 31, 2012

I'm not giving up on the fight, and I hope you aren't either, Nevada.

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Oct 31, 2012

The Federal Government will serve as a partner to support their endeavors and catalyze their success.

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Oct 31, 2012

Today, Native Americans are leaders in every aspect of our society—from the classroom, to the boardroom, to the battlefield.

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Oct 31, 2012

Helping them succeed is essential to helping our economy grow.

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Oct 31, 2012

During Military Family Month, we honor our military families and recommit to showing them the fullest care and respect of a grateful Nation.

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Oct 31, 2012

During National Entrepreneurship Month, we celebrate the hard work, ingenuity, and courage of our thinkers, doers, and makers.

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Oct 31, 2012

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

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Oct 31, 2012

I encourage all Americans to learn more about diabetes at www.NDEP.NIH.gov.

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Oct 31, 2012

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

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Oct 31, 2012

Change is finally turning the page on a decade of war to do some nation-building right here at home.

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