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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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Mar 25, 2012

Russia's ascension into the WTO can open up trade and commerce between our two countries that can create jobs and economic growth for both Russians and Americans.

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Mar 25, 2012

Across the board, Kazakhstan has been a key leader on these issues.

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Mar 25, 2012

I'm looking forward, as always, to a constructive and frank and productive meeting that can ultimately benefit both the peoples of China and the peoples of the United States.

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Mar 25, 2012

The New START Treaty reduces our nuclear stockpiles in ways that can help create greater peace and security.

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Mar 25, 2012

There are a range of factors that heighten the sense of urgency around the Iranian nuclear program right now.

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Mar 25, 2012

I have determined that it is appropriate to suspend Argentina's designation as a beneficiary country under the GSP program because it has not acted in good faith in enforcing arbitral awards in favor of U.S.-owned companies.

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Mar 24, 2012

I expressed my thanks for Turkey hosting the next Friends of Syria meeting.

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Mar 24, 2012

It is in our interests to see every country provide opportunity and prosperity for its people.

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Mar 24, 2012

I emphasized to the Prime Minister once again that I believe there is a window of time to resolve this question diplomatically, but that window is closing.

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Mar 24, 2012

Reducing the risk that an Al Qaida or a terrorist organization could get a dirty bomb and explode it in Seoul or New York City.

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Mar 24, 2012

My last visit to Seoul came as we marked both the 60th anniversary of the Korean war and Veterans Day.

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Mar 24, 2012

The bottom line is that we have found ourselves in frequent agreement upon a wide range of issues.

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Mar 24, 2012

North Korea will achieve nothing by threats or by provocations.

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Mar 24, 2012

The United States as a Pacific nation will play a larger and long-term role in shaping this region and its future.

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Mar 24, 2012

North Korea knows its obligations, and it must take irreversible steps to meet those obligations.

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Mar 24, 2012

I think it's fair to say that over the last several years, the relationship between Turkey and the United States has continued to grow across every dimension.

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Mar 24, 2012

I was pleased to hear of his decision to reopen the Halki Seminary.

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Mar 24, 2012

I look forward to welcoming him to my hometown of Chicago to discuss the transition process in Afghanistan.

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