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.
Feb 21, 2012
Everyone gets a fair shot, everyone pays their fair share, and everyone plays by the same set of rules.
Feb 21, 2012
It should remind us that although we have yet to reach the mountaintop, we cannot stop climbing.
Feb 21, 2012
It is time to stop rewarding businesses that ship jobs overseas and start rewarding companies that create jobs right here in America.
Feb 21, 2012
As the Internet evolves, consumer trust is essential for the continued growth of the digital economy.
Feb 21, 2012
I want them to see how ordinary Americans could do extraordinary things.
Feb 21, 2012
Our current corporate tax system is outdated, unfair, and inefficient.
Feb 21, 2012
More needs to be done, but the work they have done so far is very encouraging.
Feb 21, 2012
I hope they will not think of them as somehow separate from the larger American story.
Feb 21, 2012
American Internet users should have the right to control personal information about themselves.
Feb 21, 2012
American consumers can't wait any longer for clear rules of the road that ensure their personal information is safe online.
Feb 21, 2012
I want my daughters to see the shackles that bound slaves on their voyage across the ocean.
Feb 20, 2012
My Administration is committed to using every tool available to promote economic growth and create good jobs in rural America.
Feb 20, 2012
The goal of this memorandum is to ensure that executive departments and agencies effectively execute Federal procurement requirements for biobased products.
Feb 20, 2012
The planned EU fiscal pact and recent actions by the European Central Bank are positive steps in addressing the eurozone crisis.
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