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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.
Governor Christie, throughout this process has been responsive, he has been aggressive in making sure that the state got out in front of this incredible storm, and I think the people of New Jersey recognize that he has put his heart and…
Whether it's storm preparedness or storm recovery, we all have a responsibility to give 100 percent.
In the darkness of the storm, the brightness of America shone through.
Americans come together to help one another, neighbors help neighbors.
So I want to repeat--my message to the Federal Government: no bureaucracy, no red tape. Get resources where they're needed as fast as possible, as hard as possible, and for the duration, because the recovery process obviously in a place…
I want you to cut through red tape. I want you to cut through bureaucracy. There's no excuse for inaction at this point.
America is with you. We are standing behind you, and we are going to do everything we can to help you get back on your feet.
I thanked the executives for the efforts their companies made to preposition assets in advance of the storm.
I made clear my existing directive to agencies to eliminate any bureaucratic roadblocks.
The more you follow instructions, the easier it is for our first-responders to make sure that they are dealing with true emergency situations.
I instructed my team to keep me updated on the progress made by the utilities to restore power.
Now is the time to show the kind of generosity that makes America the greatest nation on Earth.
Our top priority is to make sure all available resources are being provided to state and local responders as quickly as possible.
I expect my team to remain focused as the immediate impacts of Hurricane Sandy continue and lean forward in their response.
Restoring power to the millions of Americans who lost electricity during Sandy is a top priority.
I'm worried about the impact on families, and I'm worried about the impact on our first-responders.
We are providing assistance to help the people of Delaware recover from Hurricane Sandy.
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