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.
Oct 23, 2011
Recognizing the power and virtue of working in concert, the founders of this institution set out to mend the wounds caused by World War II, embrace peace over chaos, and lay the foundation for global cooperation on shared goals.
Oct 23, 2011
There's something about the American people where, when we are tested, when times are tough, it turns out we are tougher.
Oct 23, 2011
Because of your efforts, we were able to pass health care reform, and 30 million people are going to get health insurance in this country.
Oct 23, 2011
Together, we will help realize the aspirations of peoples long denied the opportunity to achieve their dreams.
Oct 23, 2011
I urge the Governors of the 50 States, and the officials of all other areas under the flag of the United States, to observe United Nations Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
Oct 23, 2011
What we firmly do not believe is that the answer is not to simply let the housing market bottom out.
Oct 23, 2011
Continues to build upon the President's commitment to strengthen the nation to nation relationship with Indian Country.
Oct 23, 2011
The global community must continue not only to promote stability, but also defend the right of all peoples to live free and the right of all nations to chart their own course.
Oct 23, 2011
We know what to do. The question is whether we're going to have the political will to do it.
Oct 23, 2011
We support a strong, peaceful, prosperous and democratic Egypt that responds to the aspirations of its people.
Oct 23, 2011
I believe this is a nation of laws, and this is a nation of immigrants.
Oct 23, 2011
The question is not whether or not we do something about it. We have to do something about it.
Oct 23, 2011
This President will take every action that he can that's within his power to take to try to grow the economy and create jobs.
Oct 23, 2011
The American ideal, the American creed, is one that animates the entire world.
Oct 22, 2011
I congratulate the millions of Tunisians who voted in the first democratic elections to take place in the country that changed the course of history and began the Arab Spring.
Oct 22, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the brave men and women who are working to bring assistance to this stricken region.
Oct 22, 2011
I praised Crown Prince Sultan's many contributions over the past five decades.
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