Even though it's only tres de Mayo, we just like to get the fiesta started early around here.
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.
Of course, there is still plenty of unfinished business, including fixing our broken immigration system.
A culture of impunity for such actions must not be allowed to persist in any country.
The United States honors the role of a free press in creating sustainable democracies and prosperous societies.
When the news of the Mexican victory at Puebla reached this house, this country was in the midst of its own struggles.
On this World Press Freedom Day, we call upon all governments to seize that promise by recognizing the vital role of a free press.
The United States has not come here to claim resources or to claim territory.
Afghanistan is now on a path towards sustainable self-reliance in security, governance, economic and social development.
Our goal is to destroy Al Qaida, and we are on a path to do exactly that.
The necessary outcomes of any peace and reconciliation process are for individuals and entities to break ties with al-Qaeda; renounce violence; and abide by the Afghan Constitution.
We are committed to seeking a future of justice, peace, security, and opportunity for the Afghan people.
The United States emphasizes its full respect for the sovereignty and independence of Afghanistan.
The agreement is a crucial component to bring the war to an end responsibly.
With this agreement, the Afghan people and the world should know that Afghanistan has a friend and a partner in the United States.
We are determined to cooperate in Afghanistan, the region, and the world to eliminate this threat.
Today I signed a historic agreement between the United States and Afghanistan that defines a new kind of relationship between our countries.
The Parties shall work cooperatively to eliminate 'parallel structures.'





