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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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Nov 14, 2016

I am confident she will serve the District of Columbia with integrity and a steadfast commitment to justice.

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Nov 14, 2016

I reaffirmed my support to help in any ways that we can, including reaffirming America's support for the deal between the EU and Turkey.

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Nov 14, 2016

The United States is committed to assisting the Greek people and government by supporting efforts to place the Greek economy on a path to sustainability and renewed prosperity.

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Nov 14, 2016

The interests of all Cypriots would be advanced with a bizonal, bicommunal federation.

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Nov 14, 2016

The crisis is not an abstraction, but has had a very concrete and devastating impact on the lives and livelihoods of millions of people across this country.

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Nov 14, 2016

As long-time NATO allies, the United States and Greece remain committed to enhancing regional security and bolstering defense cooperation.

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Nov 14, 2016

It is incredibly important that the Greek people see improvements in their daily lives so that they can carry with them the hope that their lives will get better.

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Nov 14, 2016

I am pleased to nominate Judge Rainey Ransom Brandt to serve on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.

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Nov 13, 2016

Hopefully, it's a reminder that elections matter and voting counts.

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Nov 13, 2016

When you're a candidate and you say something that is inaccurate or controversial, it has less impact than it does when you're president of the United States.

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Nov 13, 2016

I think what will happen with the president-elect is there are going to be certain elements of his temperament that will not serve him well unless he recognizes them and corrects them.

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Nov 13, 2016

I don't think he is ideological. I think ultimately he's pragmatic in that way.

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Nov 13, 2016

This office has a way of waking you up and those aspects of his positions or predispositions that don't match up with the reality, he will find shaken up pretty quick.

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Nov 13, 2016

The people have spoken. Donald Trump will be the next president, the 45th president of the United States.

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Nov 13, 2016

Reality often has a way of changing once you're inside the Oval Office.

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Nov 13, 2016

Look, campaigning is one thing, governing is a totally different thing.

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Nov 13, 2016

Do I have concerns? Absolutely. Of course I've got concerns. You know, he and I differ on a whole bunch of issues.

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Nov 13, 2016

I think that connection that he was able to make with his supporters, that was impervious to events that might have sunk another candidate. That's powerful stuff.

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Nov 13, 2016

The United States values and depends upon its relationship and collaboration with Mexico.

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Nov 13, 2016

It is profoundly in the national security interest of the United States to continue to meet our commitments under the JCPOA as long as Iran continues to meet its commitments.

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Nov 13, 2016

The bill, if enacted, would contravene U.S. commitments in the JCPOA and interfere with its successful implementation.

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Nov 13, 2016

Ultimately, the President is going to be the final decisionmaker.

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Nov 13, 2016

I think it's important to give him the room and the space to do that.

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Nov 13, 2016

We are indisputably in a stronger position today than we were when I came in 8 years ago.

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