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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Feb 7, 2012

If somebody wants to build a coal-fired power plant they can, it is just that we will bankrupt them.

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Feb 7, 2012

We will bankrupt the coal industry in America.

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Feb 7, 2012

The new collaborations we're launching today will help save lives from hunger and disease, lift people from poverty and reaffirm America's enduring commitment to the dignity and potential of every human being.

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Feb 7, 2012

A core part of my global development strategy is harnessing the creativity and innovation of all sectors of our society to make progress that none of us can achieve alone.

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Feb 7, 2012

We will further define the ongoing transition to Afghan-lead security

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Feb 6, 2012

We will advance our goal of securing all of the world's vulnerable nuclear materials within 4 years.

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Feb 6, 2012

Our relationship with Iraq is a 'normal relationship between sovereign nations, an equal partnership based on mutual interests and mutual respect.'

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Feb 6, 2012

It is a very important goal for our relationship with Poland, and I look forward to working hard on it.

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Feb 6, 2012

When you work and study and excel at what you're doing in math and science, you're getting America in shape to win the future.

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Feb 6, 2012

The team's victory was a testament to Coach Coughlin's leadership

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Feb 6, 2012

There's nothing more important than keeping that promise alive for the next generation.

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Feb 6, 2012

We're a nation of tinkerers and dreamers and believers in a better tomorrow.

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Feb 6, 2012

I look forward to shaking his hand and congratulating the team in person

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Feb 6, 2012

I think we need to make sure your success stories are happening all across the country.

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Feb 6, 2012

If we invite the team that wins the Super Bowl to the White House, then we need to invite some science fair winners to the White House as well.

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Feb 6, 2012

This is the kind of stuff, what these young people are doing, that's going to make a bigger difference in the life of our country.

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Feb 6, 2012

Congratulations to all the parents of all these incredible young people.

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Feb 5, 2012

Our Armed Forces who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn deserve our honor.

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Feb 5, 2012

This Administration has repeatedly asked the Congress to authorize new tools to eliminate unnecessary spending and discourage waste in the first place.

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Feb 4, 2012

The order blocks the property and interests in property of the following: The Government of Iran, including the Central Bank of Iran.

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Feb 4, 2012

All property and interests in property of any Iranian financial institution, including the Central Bank of Iran, that are in the United States, are blocked and may not be transferred.

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Feb 4, 2012

The prohibitions in section 1 of this order include the making of any contribution or provision of funds, goods, or services by, to, or for the benefit of any person whose property and interests in property are blocked.

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