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.
Apr 12, 2011
We must rev up the great American innovation machine to win the clean-energy race.
Apr 12, 2011
So, for those who doubted our capacity to carry out this operation, I want to be clear, the United States of America has done what we said we would do.
Apr 12, 2011
We don't have to choose between a future of spiraling debt and one where we forfeit our investment in our people and our country.
Apr 12, 2011
The Affordable Care Act made significant improvements to our Nation’s health care system that are helping to improve individuals' health and give American families and small business owners more control of their own health care.
Apr 12, 2011
We cannot afford to make our deficit problem worse by extending the Bush tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans.
Apr 11, 2011
Recent innovations have given us the opportunity to tap large reserves of natural gas, perhaps a century's worth, in the shale under our feet. Now we have to make sure we are doing it safely without polluting our water supplies.
Apr 11, 2011
Our Nation endures because these men and women are willing to defend it with their very lives.
Apr 11, 2011
Congratulations on assuming your duties as the democratically elected President of Cote d'Ivoire.
Apr 10, 2011
Our future depends on reaffirming America's role as the world's engine of scientific discovery and technological innovation. And that leadership tomorrow depends on how we educate our students today, especially in math, science…
Apr 10, 2011
Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to Kam's extended family of friends and to so many in California who mourn his passing.
Apr 10, 2011
President Ouattara will need to govern on behalf of all the people of Cote d'Ivoire, including those who did not vote for him.
Apr 10, 2011
The United States commends the United Nations operation in Cote d'Ivoire and French forces for the actions that they have taken to protect civilians.
Apr 10, 2011
Achieving equal pay for women is vital to strengthening the future prosperity of our country.
Apr 8, 2011
That's what the American people expect us to do, and it's what the American people deserve.
Apr 7, 2011
I want to think Speaker Boehner and Senator Reid for their leadership and their dedication during this process.
Apr 7, 2011
I want to thank Speaker Boehner and Senator Reid for their leadership and their dedication during this process.
Apr 7, 2011
This agreement between Democrats and Republicans, on behalf of all Americans, is on a budget that invests in our future while making the largest annual spending cut in our history.
Apr 7, 2011
Throughout Pan American Day and Pan American Week, we celebrate the close partnerships across our hemisphere that advance the ability of our citizens to enjoy freedom and reach for their highest aspirations.
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