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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Oct 12, 2016

It is the policy of the United States to prepare for space weather events to minimize the extent of economic loss and human hardship.

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Oct 12, 2016

These policies have fostered a burgeoning commercial space sector.

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Oct 12, 2016

We have every confidence that Mr. Guterres has the character, vision, and skills needed to lead the United Nations at this critical moment.

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Oct 12, 2016

We don't listen to science just when it fits our ideologies or when it produces the results that we want.

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Oct 12, 2016

I launched the BRAIN Initiative to accelerate the development and application of new technologies.

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Oct 12, 2016

But Jack's calm temperament and intellectual approach to moral arguments perfectly suited him for the fight; he knew, after all, that history was on his side.

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Oct 12, 2016

I offer my heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, her children and grandchildren, and the people of Thailand on the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

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Oct 12, 2016

We're supporting researchers working to better understand our brains—how we think and learn and remember.

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Oct 12, 2016

He believed that civil rights was a cause for all Americans, regardless of race or circumstances of birth.

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Oct 12, 2016

Successfully preparing for space weather events is an all-of-nation endeavor.

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Oct 12, 2016

I also want to take this opportunity again to pay tribute to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his decade of service to the U.N.

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Oct 12, 2016

Well, I'm going to steal some ideas from what my other panelists have already said.

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Oct 12, 2016

We need to harness new technologies that can help make our cities more inhabitable, cleaner, and more equitable.

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Oct 12, 2016

Most folks have probably heard about how this city is testing out a fleet of self-driving cars.

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Oct 12, 2016

The United States pledges to provide our full support to Mr. Guterres when he assumes leadership of the United Nations on January 1, 2017.

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Oct 12, 2016

I congratulate António Guterres on his election today as the next Secretary-General of the United Nations.

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Oct 12, 2016

And what gives me confidence is that I've met a lot of people as President of the United States, and the American people fundamentally are good, they're decent, and they're smart, and they just don't have time to follow everything.

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Oct 12, 2016

This is going to be a ongoing problem that we have across disciplines.

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Oct 12, 2016

His Majesty leaves a legacy of care for the Thai people that will be cherished by future generations.

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Oct 12, 2016

The American people and I stand with the people of Thailand as we mourn His Majesty the King's passing.

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Oct 11, 2016

The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attacks yesterday at the Azrat Qasem Mosque and Abul Fazel Mosque in Kabul.

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