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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Apr 23, 2012

I hereby delegate to you the reporting functions conferred upon the President by section 8 of the Belarus Democracy Act of 2004.

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Apr 23, 2012

The United States is proud of your heritage, and your contributions honor the memory of those who senselessly suffered and died nearly a century ago.

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Apr 23, 2012

In today's economy, there's no greater predictor of individual success than a good education.

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Apr 23, 2012

All those who are fighting must recognize that there is no military solution.

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Apr 23, 2012

We work and we hustle. You study hard to get your degree because you believe in success and individual initiative.

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Apr 23, 2012

We can't let America become a country where a shrinking number of people are doing really well, a growing number of people struggle to get by...

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Apr 23, 2012

College isn't just the best investment you can make in your future. It is the best investment that you can make in your country's future.

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Apr 23, 2012

Today we commemorate the Meds Yeghern, one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century.

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Apr 23, 2012

America is about everybody having the chance to do well. That's what the American Dream is all about.

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Apr 22, 2012

This country will stand by you and do everything possible to help you succeed and come home safe.

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Apr 22, 2012

America's reputation suffers when we are perceived as idle in the face of mass atrocities and genocide.

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Apr 22, 2012

Preventing mass atrocities and genocide is a core national security interest and a core moral responsibility of the United States.

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Apr 22, 2012

We will hold accountable perpetrators of mass atrocities and genocide and support others who do the same.

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Apr 22, 2012

I congratulate Taur Matan Ruak on his victory in Timor-Leste's Presidential election and the people of Timor-Leste for successfully participating in a peaceful, free, and transparent election.

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Apr 22, 2012

If the President is presented with a Resolution of Disapproval that would reverse these measures adopted by the NLRB, his senior advisors would recommend that he veto the Resolution.

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Apr 22, 2012

We will implement this sanctions instrument consistent with our strong belief in the need to ensure that the citizens of Syria and Iran have access to information and communications technology that facilitates their access to information…

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Apr 22, 2012

The United States remains steadfast in its support of Timor-Leste's efforts to strengthen democratic institutions and consolidate peace and security in the country.

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Apr 22, 2012

Congratulations to the Fighting Falcons on winning their second straight and record 18th Commander in Chief Trophy last season.

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Apr 22, 2012

The same Global Positioning System (GPS), satellite communications, mobile phone, and Internet technology employed by activists across the Middle East and North Africa and around the world is being used against them in Syria and Iran.

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Apr 22, 2012

Our security is affected when masses of civilians are slaughtered, refugees flow across borders, and murderers wreak havoc on regional stability and livelihoods.

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