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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Aug 31, 2011

I call upon citizens, government agencies, organizations, health-care providers, and research institutions to raise ovarian cancer awareness and continue helping Americans live longer, healthier lives.

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Aug 31, 2011

I encourage all citizens, government agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other groups to join in activities that will increase awareness and prevention of prostate cancer.

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Aug 31, 2011

I encourage all men, especially those who are at an increased risk, to talk to their doctors about ways they can reduce their chances of developing prostate cancer.

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Aug 31, 2011

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men in the United States.

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Aug 30, 2011

As people share their stories and celebrate the transformative power of recovery, they also help dispel myths and stigmas surrounding substance abuse and offer hope for lifestyles free from alcohol and other drugs.

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Aug 30, 2011

Recovering from addiction to alcohol and other drugs takes strength, faith, and commitment.

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Aug 30, 2011

Agencies must do everything in their control to ensure that their processes for reviewing infrastructure proposals work efficiently.

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Aug 30, 2011

Your extraordinary contributions to our national security in Iraq and Afghanistan are commendable.

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Aug 30, 2011

I invite all Americans to visit LetsMove.gov to learn more about this initiative and how to help children eat healthy and stay active.

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Aug 30, 2011

Each agency rendering permitting decisions shall make relevant information readily available to the public.

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Aug 30, 2011

I welcome your continued commitment to public service as you prepare to take on your new role as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.

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Aug 30, 2011

Congratulations on an historic career of service in the United States Army.

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Aug 30, 2011

Investing in the Nation's infrastructure brings both immediate and long-term economic benefits.

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Aug 30, 2011

Everyone has a role to play in preventing and reversing the tide of childhood obesity.

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Aug 29, 2011

We cannot, we must not, we will not balance the budget on the backs of our veterans.

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Aug 29, 2011

The United States will work with him and the Japanese people on initiatives that benefit our two countries, the region, and the world.

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Aug 29, 2011

We Americans have been through tough times before, much tougher than these.

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Aug 29, 2011

This President is committed to ensuring that bureaucracy and red tape is not a factor in making sure that assistance is provided where it's needed.

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Aug 29, 2011

I look forward to working with Prime Minister Noda to tackle the broad range of economic and security issues that require our attention.

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Aug 29, 2011

For the last half century the U.S.-Japan alliance has served as the linchpin of peace and security in the Asia-Pacific region.

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