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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 10, 2016

The Change Direction initiative is a collection of concerned citizens, nonprofit leaders, and leaders from the private sector who have come together to change America's perception of mental health, mental illness, and wellness.

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Nov 10, 2016

It's also an appreciation of the example that you continue to set after your service has ended: your example as citizens.

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Nov 10, 2016

Joining Forces issued a call to action to all 50 U.S. governors to take executive and/or legislative action to streamline state licensing for the military community.

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Nov 10, 2016

We can never serve our veterans in quite the same way that they served us.

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Nov 10, 2016

Since the launch of Joining Forces, the unemployment rate for our 9/11 generation of veterans has been reduced from more than 12 percent to lower than the national average today.

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Nov 10, 2016

We will fully continue to implement our commitments under the Iran deal and under the Paris agreement.

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Nov 10, 2016

We can practice kindness. We can pay it forward. We can volunteer. We can serve.

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Nov 10, 2016

But America's gratitude to our veterans is something always grounded in something greater than what you did on duty.

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Nov 10, 2016

We believe Greece will succeed if it stays focused on opening itself up for business with these ongoing structural reforms.

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Nov 10, 2016

Whenever the world makes you cynical, whenever you seek true humility and selflessness, look to a veteran.

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Nov 9, 2016

More than 90 percent of apprentices find employment after completing their programs.

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Nov 9, 2016

I ask the Congress to consider the enclosed Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 Budget amendments for national security activities.

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Nov 9, 2016

We are fulfilling our promises to all those who have served and protected our country.

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Nov 9, 2016

Nobody should be priced out of a higher education, so we are striving to make college more affordable.

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Nov 9, 2016

Get Smart About Antibiotics Week is an important opportunity to highlight the need to use antibiotics responsibly.

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Nov 9, 2016

We must continue working with food producers, health care providers, leaders in the private sector, and the American people to improve our antibiotic use.

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Nov 9, 2016

I have prioritized efforts to ensure that we are fulfilling our promises to all those who have served.

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Nov 9, 2016

That's right, I said 'World Champion' and 'Cleveland' in the same sentence.

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Nov 9, 2016

I urge the Congress to fully fund not only the international security needs outlined in this request, but also the domestic security programs included in the FY 2017 Budget.

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Nov 9, 2016

Empowering students of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs to challenge themselves to reach higher, education can lift up a generation.

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Nov 9, 2016

He has a 54-55 percent approval rating. By the time he does this transition well which he will and does his farewell address, I think he'll be around 58 to 60 percent leaving office.

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