We move closer to a world free of discrimination and full of understanding for our family members and friends living with ASDs.
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.
We're expanding cooperation to create clean energy jobs and combat climate change.
Meeting the needs of Americans on the autism spectrum remains a priority for my Administration.
During National Financial Capability Month, we rededicate ourselves to advancing robust consumer education.
We stand with survivors of sexual assault, join together to break the silence, and recommit to ending this devastating crime.
Let us recommit to empowering survivors and fighting for a safer future for every American.
Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up with the promise and protection of a loving family.
To protect everyday Americans from abuses in the financial industry, I appointed Richard Cordray to head the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB).
Asking a billionaire to pay at least the same tax rate as his secretary is just common sense.
We're already seeing that there's significant benefits that the American people are enjoying because of passage of the Affordable Care Act.