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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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Mar 2, 2011

Those around him have to understand that violence that they perpetrate against innocent civilians will be monitored and they will be held accountable for it.

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Mar 2, 2011

Colonel Gadhafi needs to step down from power and leave. That is good for his country. It is good for his people. It's the right thing to do.

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Mar 2, 2011

We reaffirmed our commitment to an Afghan-led political process.

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Mar 2, 2011

I thank President Calderon and his team for reaching this proposed agreement.

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Mar 2, 2011

The United States strongly supports Mexico's ongoing leadership in this area.

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Mar 2, 2011

I assure you that we will be examining all our procedures and protocols in terms of how our agents travel throughout Mexico.

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Mar 2, 2011

Whether they live in Texas or Tijuana, our people have a right to be safe in their communities.

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Mar 2, 2011

We expect the full weight of the law to be brought against this perpetrator.

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Mar 2, 2011

This agreement will deliver a program that is safe, secure, efficient, and advances the economic interests of both the United States and Mexico.

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Mar 2, 2011

I want to discuss our meeting today and then address the situation in Libya.

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Mar 2, 2011

We underscored the importance of continued international support for peace and stability.

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Mar 2, 2011

I especially want to commend President Calderon for Mexico's successful leadership of the Cancun conference.

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Mar 2, 2011

We have to take responsibility just as he's taking responsibility.

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Mar 1, 2011

We will not hesitate to create or enforce common-sense safeguards to protect the American people

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Mar 1, 2011

Even in areas outside the freeze, we are looking for ways to save money and cut unnecessary costs.

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Mar 1, 2011

Our future depends on reaffirming America's role as the world's engine of scientific discovery and technological innovation.

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Mar 1, 2011

I am pleased to nominate these outstanding public servants to serve as U.S. Marshals.

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Mar 1, 2011

Danny spent his career fighting for our troops, veterans, and their families, and for the rights of Native Hawaiians.

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Mar 1, 2011

What more vital ingredient is there for our democracy than that?

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