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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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Jun 18, 2012

Now markets around the world, as well as governments, have been asking if Europe is ready to do what is necessary to hold the Eurozone together.

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Jun 18, 2012

A strong outcome can enhance not only transatlantic economic ties, but also address shared market access challenges in third countries.

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Jun 18, 2012

Eradicating poverty and achieving strong, inclusive, sustainable and balanced growth remain core objectives of the G20 development agenda.

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Jun 18, 2012

The transatlantic relationship is the world's largest economic relationship.

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Jun 18, 2012

Inviting Canada to join the TPP negotiations presents a unique opportunity for the United States to build upon this already dynamic trading relationship.

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Jun 18, 2012

The markets, when they start seeing potential uncertainty, show a lot more risk aversion.

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Jun 18, 2012

Mexico is the first Latin American country to host a G-20 summit.

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Jun 18, 2012

Strong, sustainable and balanced growth remains the top priority of the G20.

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Jun 18, 2012

We are encouraged by the Report's analysis of the benefits of an ambitious and comprehensive market opening arrangement.

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Jun 18, 2012

H.R. 4480 would threaten energy security and broader national security.

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Jun 18, 2012

These are advanced economies with extraordinarily productive people.

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Jun 17, 2012

We are delighted to invite Mexico, our neighbor and second largest export market, to join the TPP negotiations.

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Jun 17, 2012

I emphasized my priority of having Congress repeal Jackson-Vanik, provide permanent trade relations status to Russia.

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Jun 17, 2012

The pursuit of international peace and security remains a priority for the United States and Russia.

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Jun 17, 2012

I just want to thank you for all your leadership and your friendship.

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Jun 17, 2012

The bonds that were already so strong between our two countries have become stronger.

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Jun 17, 2012

One of the key tasks on our shared agenda is the expansion of trade and investment relations.

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Jun 17, 2012

We agreed that we need to build on these successes, even as we recognize that there are going to be areas of disagreement.

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Jun 17, 2012

The existence and risk of proliferation of weapons-usable fissile material on the Korean Peninsula constitutes an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States.

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Jun 17, 2012

I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect to the risk of nuclear proliferation created by the accumulation of weapons-usable fissile material in the territory of the Russian Federation.

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Jun 14, 2012

This is not amnesty. This is not immunity. This is not a path to citizenship. It's not a permanent fix. This is a temporary, stopgap measure that lets us focus our resources wisely while giving a degree of relief and hope to talented…

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Jun 14, 2012

The United States is committed to thwarting the efforts of al-Qa'ida and its associated forces to carry out future acts of international terrorism.

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Jun 14, 2012

These young people are going to make extraordinary contributions and are already making contributions to our society.

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Jun 14, 2012

Our nation's immigration laws must be enforced in a firm and sensible manner.

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