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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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Apr 13, 2012

Prosperity has always been built by a strong, thriving middle class.

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Apr 13, 2012

We expect it to be a negotiation based on mutual interest and mutual respect.

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Apr 13, 2012

The notion somehow that we see this as a problem is just not the case.

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Apr 13, 2012

If you make more than $1 million every year, you should pay at least the same percentage of your income in taxes as middle class families do.

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Apr 13, 2012

Warren Buffett is one of the world's wealthiest men. But he pays a lower tax rate than his secretary.

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Apr 12, 2012

We must develop it safely and responsibly, taking full advantage of the opportunity while also giving American families and communities the confidence that our air and water are safe.

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Apr 12, 2012

Coordinated efforts to promote development of unconventional domestic natural gas resources enhance our energy security and create jobs.

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Apr 12, 2012

We're going to keep on at it and make sure that the 21st century is the American century, just like the 20th century.

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Apr 12, 2012

I want us selling stuff and I want to put more Americans back to work.

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Apr 12, 2012

U.S. natural gas production grew in 2011 – the largest year-over-year volumetric increase in history.

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Apr 12, 2012

I'm willing to go anywhere in the world to open up new markets for American businesses.

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Apr 11, 2012

There is no tougher job than being a mom. And when I think about what Michelle's had to do, when I think about my own mom, a single mother raising me and my sister, that's work.

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Apr 11, 2012

The American people expect their public servants to be good stewards of their tax dollars.

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Apr 11, 2012

I urge Congress to join these efforts by passing the reforms I put forward in my budget.

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Apr 10, 2012

I look forward to hosting her at Camp David for the G-8 Summit next month.

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Apr 10, 2012

If you make more money, more than $1 million a year, you should pay at least the same percentage of your income in taxes as middle class families do.

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Apr 9, 2012

The Affordable Care Act would reduce the deficit over the first 10 years and dramatically over the next 10 years.

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