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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Jul 15, 2012

They're going to be as dominant, if not more dominant, I think in the Olympics.

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Jul 15, 2012

I get more excited than I ever got when I was actually playing, watching Sasha or Malia play.

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Jul 15, 2012

And we did it in front of wounded warriors, so it gave them a chance to see up close and personal some of the greatest basketball talent.

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Jul 15, 2012

What you want to see in your kids, even if they're not going to be professionals, is just taking something seriously.

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Jul 15, 2012

The DISCLOSE Act is a necessary measure to ensure transparency and accountability and to equip Americans with the tools to know who is attempting to influence the Nation's elections.

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Jul 14, 2012

You know, I don't think now is the time for BRAC.

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Jul 13, 2012

I'm going to keep fighting to make sure we rebuild an economy that rewards work, grows the middle class, and gives new opportunity to those trying to earn their way into the middle class.

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Jul 13, 2012

I want to give 2 million more Americans the chance to attend community colleges and get the technical training they need.

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Jul 13, 2012

Under my plan, 98 percent of American families won't see their income taxes go up at all.

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Jul 13, 2012

I think you should be able to fight for your country regardless of whom you love.

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Jul 13, 2012

My opponent's plan is to let the foreclosures play themselves out and let the market hit bottom.

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Jul 13, 2012

We all agree that no American should pay more taxes on the first $250,000 of their income.

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Jul 13, 2012

We can have tough border security and improve our immigration system.

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