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.
There is nothing we cannot do so long as we put our mind to it, so long as we keep our eyes on the prize.
On Mother's Day, we celebrate the extraordinary importance of mothers in our lives.
Oil production from federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico has reached its highest level in 7 years.
This is a symbolic site of the extraordinary sacrifice that was made on that terrible day, almost 10 years ago. Obviously, you can't bring back your friends that were lost.
This is a day for commemorating our shared heritage--our shared heritage, Mexicans and Americans.
The successful mission against Osama bin Laden is a monumental achievement
The necessity to set aside maximalist positions is paramount if you're trying to reach common ground
I strongly believe that we've got to fix this broken system so that it meets the needs of our 21st-century economy and our security needs.
That fills us with the collective responsibility to leave an even bigger and bolder, more generous, more compassionate nation for our children.
America is a richer, stronger, more vibrant place thanks to the contributions of Mexican Americans.
H.R. 1230 would undermine the Administration's work to ensure that environmental analysis required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is conducted in a rigorous manner.
We will provide the necessary federal assistance to help Iowans recover from these severe storms.
Stephen Higginson is a distinguished candidate for the Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
We have all come from different backgrounds, we have different beliefs, we have sometimes petty and sometimes not-so-petty political differences, but we all share a set of ideals.
We're still extremely dependent upon and grateful to our military men and women for what they do
You're always going to have a President and an administration who's got your back.





