Barack Obama
The Public Record
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.
We renew our commitment to ensuring our information is more secure, our data is safer, and our families and businesses are more protected than ever before.
Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and everyone can do their part to make smart, safe choices.
This month, we recognize the significant progress our country has made for those living with disabilities.
We must continue demonstrating that a country can simultaneously strive for a cleaner environment and a stronger economy.
We must also recognize that we cannot keep expecting police to solve the issues we fail to address as a society.
We know that our country does best when everyone gets their fair shot.
We all have a role to play in building a bright and safe future for each other and for future generations.
As human beings, Palestinians must be seen as equal in dignity to Jews, and must therefore be equal in self-determination.
Let us thank the countless advocates, medical professionals, researchers, and caregivers who dedicate their lives to fighting for a world without breast cancer.
We are fully committed to the safe recovery of our fellow citizens and the provision of unfailing support to their families.
The message of the Jewish people to mankind is that faith and moral vision can triumph over all adversity.
Americans with disabilities are entitled to the same rights and freedoms as any other citizen— including the right to dignity and respect in the workplace.
I do hereby proclaim October 2016 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
It is that faith, that optimism, that belief—even when all the evidence is to the contrary—that tomorrow can be better.
We must ensure that young people have quality legal representation throughout every stage of the legal process.