Barack Obama
The Public Record
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.
When our men and women sign up to become a soldier, a sailor, an airman, marine, coastguardsman, they don't stop being a citizen.
When we make investments in research and science, so that the Government gets involved... we do it for everybody.
The current funding in the bill would be the lowest level of funding for EERE since FY 2006.
One of the greatest strengths of our democracy is our ability to peacefully and routinely go through transitions of power.
The White House is many things at once: It's a working office; it's a living museum; it's an enduring symbol of our democracy.
Protecting our country is neither the work of one person nor the task of one period of time.
We will pursue our longstanding goal of minimizing trade-distorting financing of exports from our global competitors.
While we are not obligated to finish the work, neither are we free to desist from that work.
We're also not going to stand by when our competitors aren't following the rules.
This legislation will allow the Export-Import Bank to continue financing U.S. exports to meet global competition.
We've got to make sure when they come home, they come home to new jobs and new opportunities.
A critical component of building stronger and more durable domestic economic growth is ensuring that U.S. workers and businesses can compete successfully in global markets.
I'm going to go anywhere I can in the world to create new markets for American goods.





