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 25, 2011

I was proud to be the first President to mark Diwali and light the diya at the White House.

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Oct 25, 2011

Michelle and I join the people of Massachusetts in thanking Congressman Olver for his service.

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Oct 24, 2011

This is somebody who, for 40 years, has terrorized his country and supported terrorism.

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Oct 24, 2011

It is simply a fact that their proposals do not do the same thing.

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Oct 24, 2011

I'm not going to be finished with the American Dream until I know that my kids have gotten through college.

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Oct 24, 2011

If we want to win the future, then we've got to invest in education.

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Oct 24, 2011

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.

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Oct 24, 2011

I think that there's a certain decorum with which you treat the dead even if it's somebody who has done terrible things.

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Oct 24, 2011

The actions that we've announced are not a substitute for legislative action.

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Oct 24, 2011

People long to be free, and they need to respect the human rights and the universal aspirations of people.

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Oct 24, 2011

Cote d'Ivoire, Guinea, and Niger are designated as eligible sub-Saharan African countries and as beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries.

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Oct 24, 2011

In a global economy, putting a college education within reach for every American has never been more important.

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Oct 24, 2011

People are frustrated, and that frustration has expressed itself in a lot of different ways.

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Oct 24, 2011

The repeal of the withholding requirement in H.R. 674 would reduce a burden on government contractors.

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Oct 23, 2011

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.

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Oct 23, 2011

Today, the United Nations provides a forum to seek lasting peace by mediating international disputes, advancing human rights, and fostering global cooperation.

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Oct 23, 2011

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.

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