Muammar Qadhafi clearly lost the confidence of his own people and the legitimacy to lead.
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.
I call upon all Americans to observe this week by taking actions to protect their families from hazardous household materials and from misuse of prescription medications.
Left unchecked, we have every reason to believe that Qadhafi would commit atrocities against his people.
Nations that protect universal rights are ultimately more stable, successful and secure.
His 2012 Budget provides strategic investments in these domains while also streamlining aspects of the Federal Government.
Targeted investments in the most promising frontiers of science... will fuel this trajectory.
He was beloved for what he gave back to the city that gave him so much.
I can't imagine a better place to be than right here with the sons and daughters of Ireland--and those who wish they were.
I'm expecting to go not only to all the famous sites, but also to go to Moneygall, where my great-great-great-great-great-grandfather hails from.
As we celebrate together, let us take a moment to appreciate all that Ireland has given to America.
Overall, the state of the relationship between our two countries is extraordinarily strong.
Michelle and I were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Tyree.
That is the judgment of our Nuclear Regulatory Commission and many other experts.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Eve and their three children in these most difficult of times.
In the face of all that we have in common, our differences are insignificant.
In so many ways, the Irish and their descendants have set an example for us as a people.
The Japanese people are not alone in this time of great trial and sorrow.
Jim was a quintessential Chicagoan, a South Side kid from humble roots who worked his way to the top but never left the city behind.
Even though St. Patrick's Day has perhaps been better known for revelry than reflection, it's also a chance for us to remember how the journey to America began for so many of our ancestors.
I am confident that Japan will recover and rebuild because of the strength and spirit of the Japanese people.
We do not expect harmful levels of radiation to reach the United States.





