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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Jan 9, 2012

You help make sure that the air we breathe, the water we drink, the foods we eat are safe.

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Jan 9, 2012

Thank you to each and every one of you, because the EPA touches on the lives of every single American every single day.

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Jan 9, 2012

I hereby certify that members of the U.S. Armed Forces participating in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan are without risk of criminal prosecution.

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Jan 9, 2012

What's good for the environment can also be good for our economy.

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Jan 9, 2012

We affirmed the strong partnership between the United States and Saudi Arabia.

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Jan 8, 2012

I've got an obligation to work on behalf of you and the American people.

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Jan 8, 2012

The basic promise that no matter what you look like, no matter where you come from, this is a place where you could make it if you try.

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Jan 7, 2012

You are an inspiration to my family and Americans across the country.

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Jan 7, 2012

I and the First Lady keep you, the families of the fallen, and the whole Tucson community in our daily thoughts and prayers.

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Jan 6, 2012

I'm going to keep doing whatever it takes to move this economy forward.

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Jan 6, 2012

We can't go back to the days when the financial system was stacking the deck against ordinary Americans.

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Jan 6, 2012

We're heading in the right direction, and we're not going to let up.

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Jan 5, 2012

The furnishing of defense articles and defense services to the Republic of South Sudan will strengthen the security of the United States and promote world peace.

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Jan 5, 2012

We can make sure that folks don't lose their homes or their life savings just because somebody saw them as an easy target.

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Jan 5, 2012

Freedom of religion, the protection of people of all faiths, and the ability to worship as you choose are critical to a peaceful, inclusive, and thriving society.

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