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.
May 12, 2011
My Administration is committed to stopping senseless tragedies and keeping our police safe.
May 12, 2011
Herb's invaluable perspective as the long-time head of a family-owned business made him an unwavering voice for working families, small-business owners, and seniors.
May 12, 2011
I encourage all Americans to observe this occasion by sharing their support with their local EMS providers and taking steps to improve their personal safety and preparedness.
May 12, 2011
The uprising that we have seen occur, the peaceful demonstrations for greater political freedoms and democracy and prosperity in the region, I think are in many ways a repudiation of the ideology of al Qaeda
May 12, 2011
One death is too many, and every death is an unfathomable loss to the officer's family, colleagues, and community.
May 12, 2011
He is, by any measure, one of the finest public servants that our Nation has ever had.
May 12, 2011
America's children will grow up in a better place thanks to his advocacy on behalf of childhood nutrition programs.
May 12, 2011
Public safety officers are heroes who risk their lives to keep our families and communities safe.
May 12, 2011
Today I called Senator Herb Kohl to thank him for his remarkable career in public service.
May 12, 2011
And he has been a constant advocate to ensure that seniors in Wisconsin and across the country have access to affordable prescription drugs.
May 12, 2011
Michelle and I extend our thanks to Senator Kohl for his years of service to our Nation.
May 12, 2011
Herb's dedication to American families and businesses remains evident today in the robust farming and manufacturing sector he helped foster in his home State of Wisconsin.
May 12, 2011
As a nation, we remain committed to peace in the Middle East and to building on George's hard work and progress toward achieving this goal.
May 12, 2011
We will always remember the selfless courage shown by police officers, fire fighters, and first responders.
May 11, 2011
I believe bin Laden had a support network here, and he didn't rule out that that support network included elements within Pakistan's security establishment.
May 11, 2011
I believe bin Laden had a support network here and he didn't rule out that that support network included elements within Pakistan's security establishment.
May 11, 2011
So to all of you and to all who wear the badge, thank you for keeping us safe.
May 11, 2011
Our heritage as a nation of immigrants is part of what has always made America strong.
May 11, 2011
I am grateful for his leadership, and ask Democrats and Republicans in Congress to join together in extending that leadership for the sake of our nation's safety and security.
May 11, 2011
When you lend your voice to the cause of educating all of our children, not just some, to succeed in the 21st century, I'm listening.
May 11, 2011
Entrepreneurship is essential to the strength and resilience of our economy and our way of life.
May 11, 2011
I believe continuity and stability at the FBI is critical at this time.
May 11, 2011
Heroism lies just as much in the action of their fellow officers and the hearts of the fellow citizens they've sworn to protect.
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