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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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Dec 7, 2011

By extending and expanding the payroll tax cut, the bill would cut in half the amount of payroll tax paid by employees.

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Dec 7, 2011

By enacting S. 1944, the Congress and the President can work together to create jobs.

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Dec 7, 2011

This is for 160 million people who, in 23 days, are going to see their taxes go up if Congress doesn't act.

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Dec 7, 2011

On Bill of Rights Day, we celebrate this proud legacy and resolve to pass to our children an America worthy of our Founders' vision.

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Dec 7, 2011

This is something that Democrats and Republicans agreed to last year with little fanfare, and it was good for the economy.

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Dec 7, 2011

We recognize human rights as universal, and we stand with all those who reach for the dream of a free, just, and equal world.

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Dec 7, 2011

I do not expect Congress to go home unless the payroll tax cut is extended and unless unemployment insurance is extended.

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Dec 7, 2011

We renew our commitment to preserving our universal rights and perfecting our Union.

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Dec 7, 2011

If the Congress does nothing, the typical working family earning $50,000 will see its taxes go up by $1,000.

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Dec 6, 2011

More than 2,000 years ago, a child was born to two faithful travelers who could find rest only in a stable among the cattle and the sheep. But this was just not any child. Christ's birth made the angels rejoice, and attracted shepherds and…

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Dec 6, 2011

The American consumers need to have the protections that they deserve.

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Dec 6, 2011

This bill would create serious problems for implementing Clean Air Act public health protections.

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Dec 6, 2011

We're going to make it easier to conduct the trade and travel that creates jobs.

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Dec 6, 2011

This ambiguously written bill would create high levels of regulatory uncertainty.

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Dec 6, 2011

We believe the Senate should act in the best interest of the American people and confirm tomorrow Richard Cordray as the first director of the CFPB.

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Dec 6, 2011

The CFPB was a critical piece of that reform, and it's already doing groundbreaking work on behalf of American consumers.

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Dec 6, 2011

This shouldn't be a Democratic or a Republican issue, this should be an American issue.

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Dec 6, 2011

We're going to strike a better balance with sensible regulations that unleash trade and job creation.

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Dec 6, 2011

On this National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we also reaffirm our commitment to carrying on their work.

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Dec 6, 2011

Today Michelle and I join the American people in honoring the memory of the more than 2,400 American patriots.

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Dec 6, 2011

I'm very pleased to welcome my friend and partner, Prime Minister Harper, back to the White House.

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Dec 6, 2011

We agreed on the importance of a lasting and credible solution to the crisis.

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