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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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Jul 26, 2012

On World Hepatitis Day, we call attention to this silent epidemic, and we rededicate ourselves to the fight against viral hepatitis.

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Jul 26, 2012

This critical project will give residents of Atlanta the transportation options they want and need.

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Jul 26, 2012

I encourage all Americans to talk with a physician about hepatitis prevention to learn more about what they can do to stay healthy.

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Jul 26, 2012

When the American people are reminded of that, I don't fear $10 million checks.

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Jul 26, 2012

Health care was the right thing to do; 30 million people will have health insurance that did not have it before.

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Jul 26, 2012

It is a sign neither of courage nor power to shoot rockets at sleeping children, or to blow up old women on a bus.

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Jul 26, 2012

I have made it a top priority for my administration to deepen cooperation with Israel across the whole spectrum of security issues.

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Jul 26, 2012

Threatening Israel with destruction – or repeating vile stereotypes about Jews – is deeply wrong.

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Jul 25, 2012

We must provide the support that will enable African American students to improve their level of educational achievement.

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Jul 25, 2012

It will provide certainty and security to families who are already feeling pinched because of the economy.

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Jul 25, 2012

Today, we mark the 22nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a historic piece of civil rights legislation that affirmed Americans with disabilities are Americans first.

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Jul 25, 2012

Mr. Donilon underscored the strategic importance of the U.S. - Japan alliance.

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Jul 25, 2012

We're going to be focusing a lot on the situation in Syria and what we can do there to make sure that we reduce the bloodshed.

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Jul 25, 2012

The Initiative aims to ensure that all African American students receive an education that fully prepares them for high school graduation, college completion, and productive careers.

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Jul 25, 2012

We must ensure that all African American students have access to high-level, rigorous course work and support services that will prepare them for college, a career, and civic participation.

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Jul 25, 2012

The Initiative will help to restore the United States to its role as the global leader in education.

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Jul 25, 2012

We celebrate the contributions Americans with disabilities have made to our Nation, and we rededicate ourselves to empowering every individual with those most American principles of equal access and equal opportunity.

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Jul 25, 2012

We must reduce the dropout rate of African American students and increase the proportion of African American students who graduate from high school prepared for college and career.

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Jul 25, 2012

Significantly improving the educational outcomes of African Americans will provide substantial benefits for our country.

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Jul 25, 2012

Enhancing the educational and life opportunities of African Americans is essential for our Nation's future.

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