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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Jun 12, 2011

Michelle and I, along with the people of Washington, will miss her outstanding leadership and thank her for her years of service.

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Jun 12, 2011

Agencies shall update these metrics quarterly, as appropriate, on the website performance.gov.

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Jun 10, 2011

I'll keep fighting to put that dream within the reach of all Americans.

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Jun 10, 2011

Harun Fazul's death is a another huge setback to al Qaeda and its extremist allies.

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Jun 10, 2011

I wish I could tell you there was a quick fix to our economic problems, but the truth is, we didn't get into this mess overnight, and we won't get out of it overnight.

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Jun 10, 2011

Government is not and should not be the main engine of job creation in this country.

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Jun 9, 2011

I believe we should give every working family in America a $1,000 energy rebate, and we should pay for it with part of the record profits that the oil companies are making right now.

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Jun 9, 2011

It scares me, it saddens me that the CEO of our nation does not understand that inherent link between the conventional sources of energy that we're dependent upon and our security, our prosperity, our freedom.

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Jun 8, 2011

[w]hat matters far more than words--what matters far more than any resolution or declaration--are actions to match those words.

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Jun 8, 2011

A portfolio of actions which, taken together, could cut U.S. oil imports by a third by 2025.

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Jun 8, 2011

In an economy that relies so heavily on oil, rising prices at the pump affect everybody.

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Jun 8, 2011

There is no question that Libya and the world would be better off with Gadhafi out of power. I, along with many other world leaders, have embraced that goal. And will activity pursue it through non-military means. But broadening our…

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Jun 8, 2011

This order establishes a council to better coordinate Federal programs and maximize the impact of Federal investment to promote economic prosperity and quality of life in our rural communities.

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Jun 8, 2011

The Federal Government has an important role to play in order to expand access to the capital necessary for economic growth.

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Jun 8, 2011

Strong, sustainable rural communities are essential to winning the future and ensuring American competitiveness in the years ahead.

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Jun 7, 2011

Electricity prices would necessarily skyrocket.

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Jun 7, 2011

Together, we can come closer to our vision of a world without HIV/AIDS.

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Jun 7, 2011

I see a United States where this Nation is able to outcompete every country on Earth.

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Jun 7, 2011

This is a team sport and you only win it with a team that is passionate and dedicated.

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Jun 7, 2011

Even if you're not going to be a Nick Fairley or a Cam Newton, you can still get out there and move.

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