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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Sep 29, 2016

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.

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Sep 29, 2016

Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and everyone can do their part to make smart, safe choices.

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Sep 29, 2016

This month, we recognize the significant progress our country has made for those living with disabilities.

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Sep 29, 2016

We must continue demonstrating that a country can simultaneously strive for a cleaner environment and a stronger economy.

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Sep 29, 2016

Choose life. For Shimon, let us choose life, as he always did.

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Sep 29, 2016

We must also recognize that we cannot keep expecting police to solve the issues we fail to address as a society.

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Sep 29, 2016

We know that our country does best when everyone gets their fair shot.

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Sep 29, 2016

We all have a role to play in building a bright and safe future for each other and for future generations.

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Sep 29, 2016

As human beings, Palestinians must be seen as equal in dignity to Jews, and must therefore be equal in self-determination.

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Sep 29, 2016

Let us thank the countless advocates, medical professionals, researchers, and caregivers who dedicate their lives to fighting for a world without breast cancer.

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Sep 29, 2016

We are fully committed to the safe recovery of our fellow citizens and the provision of unfailing support to their families.

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Sep 29, 2016

The message of the Jewish people to mankind is that faith and moral vision can triumph over all adversity.

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Sep 29, 2016

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.

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Sep 29, 2016

Every American has the power to make change in their communities.

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Sep 29, 2016

I do hereby proclaim October 2016 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Sep 29, 2016

It is that faith, that optimism, that belief—even when all the evidence is to the contrary—that tomorrow can be better.

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Sep 29, 2016

We must ensure that young people have quality legal representation throughout every stage of the legal process.

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Sep 29, 2016

Today's America is less reliant on foreign oil than at any point in the previous four decades.

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Sep 28, 2016

All children should be able to live a healthy and happy life—no matter where they come from or what they look like.

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