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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Aug 2, 2012

Those are our neighbors and family members finding work and the security that comes with work.

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Aug 2, 2012

Cass Sunstein has helped drive a series of historic accomplishments on behalf of the American people.

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Aug 1, 2012

The first bill I signed was the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, to help protect your right to equal pay for equal work.

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Aug 1, 2012

Arthur H. Sulzer, of Pennsylvania, to be a Member of the Advisory Board of the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation.

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Aug 1, 2012

I think you'll agree that the choice women face right now in this election could not be bigger.

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Aug 1, 2012

Let's not hold middle-class tax cuts hostage to the idea that folks making over $250,000 need a tax cut.

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Aug 1, 2012

My determination to do right by you, to fight for you, to think about you every single day, that determination is stronger than ever.

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Aug 1, 2012

We cannot do that. It's bad for the American people. It's bad for the middle class. It's bad for the economy.

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Aug 1, 2012

We believe strongly that once Assad leaves, Syria's opportunity for a peaceful transition can move forward.

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Aug 1, 2012

Eric Kenneth Fanning, of the District of Columbia, to be Under Secretary of the Air Force.

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Aug 1, 2012

Kevin K. Washburn, of New Mexico, to be an Assistant Secretary of the Interior, vice Larry J. Echo Hawk, resigned.

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Aug 1, 2012

William J. Mielke, of Wisconsin, to be Member of the Advisory Board of the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation.

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Aug 1, 2012

John Hardy Isakson, of Georgia, to be a Representative of the United States of America to the Sixty-seventh Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations.

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Aug 1, 2012

Even though we're dealing with some big challenges right now, I've never been more confident that the ability to solve our problems is entirely within our grasp.

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Aug 1, 2012

Women—should have control over the decisions that affect your health, your lives, your careers.

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Aug 1, 2012

It's a bargain that says if you work hard, that work should be rewarded.

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Aug 1, 2012

It will have an impact on your children's lives and your grandchildren's lives.

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Aug 1, 2012

We do not need more tax cuts for folks who have done very, very well.

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