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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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Oct 20, 2016

These capabilities can sometimes be delivered at a fraction of the cost and time of legacy satellite systems.

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Oct 20, 2016

With each generation, HBCUs have shaped America for the better in indelible ways.

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Oct 20, 2016

We have increased Pell Grants, expanded student loan assistance going directly to students, cut taxes for those paying tuition.

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Oct 20, 2016

I have determined that it is necessary to continue the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13413 with respect to the situation in or in relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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Oct 19, 2016

Our health care costs are growing at the slowest rate in decades.

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Oct 19, 2016

To suggest that he will not concede despite losing the vote. And then says today that he will accept the results if he wins? That is -- that is not a joking matter. No, no, I want everybody to pay attention here. That is dangerous.

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Oct 19, 2016

The disputes need to be handled through multilateral adjudications.

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Oct 19, 2016

20 million more Americans now know the financial security and peace of mind that comes with having health insurance.

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Oct 18, 2016

I want my children — I want Malia and Sasha — to understand that they've got responsibilities beyond just what they themselves have done.

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Oct 18, 2016

All those folks who now have health insurance that didn't have it would still be uninsured if I had spent the first two years trying to get a single-payer system.

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Oct 18, 2016

The United States' strong partnership with Nigeria at every level of government is vital.

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Oct 18, 2016

I have much more confidence in my ability, or any president or any leader's ability, to mobilize the American people around a multiyear, multibillion-dollar investment to help every child in poverty in this country than I am in being able…

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Oct 18, 2016

Just making sure that right now folks aren't being ripped off — that's a challenge.

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Oct 18, 2016

I think it's a three-legged stool and you left out one, which is vigorous enforcement of antidiscrimination laws.

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Oct 17, 2016

Today is bittersweet for Michelle and I because this marks the final official visit and state dinner of my Presidency.

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Oct 17, 2016

As nations, as individuals, we have the power to achieve great change.

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Oct 17, 2016

We are also working closely with the Italians to support the Libyan Government of National Accord.

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Oct 17, 2016

If you are man enough to get in the White House, you shouldn't be whining about things like losing an election.

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Oct 17, 2016

Robust educational exchange programs serve as a foundation for fostering people-to-people ties between the United States and Italy.

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Oct 17, 2016

It's critically important because... a strong and united and confident and prosperous Europe... that's a necessity for the United States, and it's a necessity for the world.

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Oct 17, 2016

During the course of my Presidency, I have had repeated conversations with Brussels...

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