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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 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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Nov 9, 2016

When antibiotics are used inappropriately, including when they are not needed, the likelihood of antibiotic resistance is greatly increased.

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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

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

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

I believe that it is important for all of us regardless of party and regardless of political preferences to now come together, work together to deal with the many challenges that we face.

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Nov 9, 2016

All told, the Federal government has hired approximately 516,000 veterans since FY09.

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Nov 9, 2016

Too many people are still feeling left behind in our 21st-century economy.

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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

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

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Nov 9, 2016

I call upon the scientific community, medical professionals, educators, businesses, industry leaders, and all Americans to observe this week by promoting the responsible use of antibiotics.

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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

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

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Nov 8, 2016

Treating this as a public-health issue is the much smarter way to deal with it.

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Nov 8, 2016

We are now all rooting for his success in uniting and leading the country.

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Nov 8, 2016

The main reason that I don't feel dismayed, but do feel disappointed, is the incredible young people who have worked in my administration.

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Nov 8, 2016

The situation in Burundi continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.

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Nov 8, 2016

We all go forward, with a presumption of good faith in our fellow citizens.

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Nov 8, 2016

the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13712 with respect to the situation in Burundi, is to continue in effect beyond November 22, 2016.

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Nov 8, 2016

One of the things that I think it's important for progressives to do when we're in a reflective mode after an election like this is, we can't have it both ways.

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