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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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May 24, 2011

Investing in girls and women has transformative impacts on growth and poverty reduction.

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May 24, 2011

Leaders concluded by noting the relationship on cybersecurity issues remains deeper than ever.

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May 24, 2011

We will promote greater openness in order for citizens to hold their governments and officials accountable.

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May 23, 2011

As we approach the 10th anniversary of 9/11, I'm particularly grateful for the solidarity that the United Kingdom has shown to America over the past decade.

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May 23, 2011

That's my commitment, and that's the American people's commitment.

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May 23, 2011

We see the prospect of democracy and universal rights taking hold in the Arab world, and it fills us with confidence and a renewed commitment to an alliance based not just on interests but on values.

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May 23, 2011

Your Majesty, thank you for your extraordinarily generous remarks, for the invitation you extended for our first state visit in Europe, and for the warm friendship that you've shown both Michelle and myself on both of our visits to…

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May 23, 2011

Governments do not create jobs: bold people and innovative businesses do.

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May 23, 2011

I was not willing to walk away from the workers at Chrysler and the communities that rely on this iconic American company.

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May 23, 2011

Living up to that responsibility means the Federal fleet should operate only as many vehicles as needed to work efficiently.

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May 23, 2011

Ours is not just a special relationship, it is an essential relationship — for us and for the world.

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May 23, 2011

Chrysler's repayment of its outstanding loans to the U.S. Treasury and American taxpayers marks a significant milestone for the turnaround of Chrysler and the countless communities and families who rely on the American auto industry.

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May 23, 2011

Agencies shall incorporate new fleet management plans into their Annual Strategic Sustainability Performance Plans prepared in furtherance of Executive Order 13514.

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May 23, 2011

We will stand with those who want to bring light into dark, support those who seek freedom in place of repression, aid those laying the building blocks of democracy.

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May 22, 2011

The Affordable Care Act made significant improvements to our Nation’s health care system.

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May 22, 2011

I have determined that a technical correction to general note 25 to the HTS is necessary to provide for the intended tariff and certain other treatment accorded under the USSFTA to originating goods of Singapore.

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May 22, 2011

I have determined that modification of the USSFTA rules of origin set forth in Proclamation 7747 is therefore necessary.

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May 22, 2011

I wanted to just express to the Irish people how inspired we have been by the progress that's been made in Northern Ireland.

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May 22, 2011

I do proclaim that the modifications made by section A of Annex I to this proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods of Singapore that are entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after May 24, 2011.

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May 22, 2011

We're peoples, the Irish and Americans, who never stop imagining a brighter future, even in bitter times.

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May 22, 2011

It sends what Bobby Kennedy once called 'a ripple of hope' that may manifest itself in a whole range of ways.

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May 22, 2011

The friendship and the bond between the United States and Ireland could not be stronger.

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