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 11, 2011

We need to be in a position where we can put the country above a political partisan affiliation.

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Aug 11, 2011

Even a Bears fan can admit that the relationship between Green Bay and its team is something special.

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Aug 11, 2011

The American people voted for divided government but they did not vote for a dysfunctional government.

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Aug 11, 2011

I have sent to the Federal Register for publication the enclosed notice, stating that the emergency caused by the lapse of the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended, is to continue in effect for 1 year beyond August 17, 2011.

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Aug 11, 2011

Congratulations to the Green Bay Packers on your 4th Super Bowl championship and record 13th NFL championship.

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Aug 10, 2011

The Syrian people's legitimate demands for a transition to democracy should be met.

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Aug 10, 2011

The problem is we just haven't been able to scale up, partly because of our politics.

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Aug 10, 2011

There is not a single problem we're facing that we cannot solve--I won't say easily, but we can't solve--with some determination and some hard work.

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Aug 10, 2011

I reaffirmed my commitment to a political solution in Afghanistan.

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Aug 10, 2011

Obviously, this country has gone through as tough of a time as we've seen in my lifetime over the last 2½ years.

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Aug 10, 2011

He has lost his legitimacy, and now long since lost his opportunity to lead the transition that the Syrian people are demanding take place.

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Aug 10, 2011

I think we've made very clear what our position is on President Assad and the fact that Syria would be better off without him.

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Aug 10, 2011

You deserve better than you've been getting out of Washington over the last 2½ months, for that matter, for the last 2½ years.

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Aug 10, 2011

It takes time. And it's hard work. And there are frustrations.

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Aug 10, 2011

The measures that he's taken to help grow this vital area of the economy and clean energy are so important.

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