I was proud to be the first President to mark Diwali and light the diya at the White House.
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.
Michelle and I join the people of Massachusetts in thanking Congressman Olver for his service.
This is somebody who, for 40 years, has terrorized his country and supported terrorism.
I'm not going to be finished with the American Dream until I know that my kids have gotten through college.
Steps like these won't take the place of the bold action we need from Congress to boost our economy and create jobs, but they will make a difference.
I think that there's a certain decorum with which you treat the dead even if it's somebody who has done terrible things.
The actions that we've announced are not a substitute for legislative action.
People long to be free, and they need to respect the human rights and the universal aspirations of people.
Cote d'Ivoire, Guinea, and Niger are designated as eligible sub-Saharan African countries and as beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries.
In a global economy, putting a college education within reach for every American has never been more important.
People are frustrated, and that frustration has expressed itself in a lot of different ways.
The repeal of the withholding requirement in H.R. 674 would reduce a burden on government contractors.
Some of you probably know that last month I sent Congress a piece of legislation called the American Jobs Act. Don't just applaud about it. Vote for it.
Today, the United Nations provides a forum to seek lasting peace by mediating international disputes, advancing human rights, and fostering global cooperation.
This conference will provide leaders from the 565 federally recognized tribes the opportunity to interact directly with the President and representatives from the highest levels of his Administration.





