Political Quotes

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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Sep 21, 2016

I reiterate my appreciation for efforts to work with me in advancing a Europe whole, free, and at peace.

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Sep 20, 2016

It took a lot of courage and a lot of hard work by a lot of people.

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Sep 20, 2016

We are very proud to have played a modest part in helping the dialogue go forward.

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Sep 20, 2016

If Africa's young people flourish, if they are getting education, if they are getting opportunity, I'm absolutely convinced that Africa will flourish as well.

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Sep 20, 2016

Congratulations to President Santos and the Colombian people on this historic achievement.

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Sep 20, 2016

As important as taking hold of the office is letting go of the office.

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Sep 20, 2016

I think there has been a degree of venom and viciousness and anger that has been unleashed in our national politics that is qualitatively different in at least our modern history.

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Sep 20, 2016

The United States must take a comprehensive approach to identifying and acting on climate change-related impacts on national security interests.

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Sep 20, 2016

There's no one who I believe has ever captured the soul of America more profoundly than Abraham Lincoln has.

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Sep 20, 2016

We recognize corruption's pernicious effects on inclusive economic growth, prosperity and sustainable development.

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Sep 20, 2016

I guarantee you that I will visit Israel often, because it is a beautiful country with beautiful people.

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Sep 20, 2016

It is important for America's national security to ensure that we have a safe and secure Israel.

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Sep 20, 2016

Africa's rise is not just important to Africa, it's important to the entire world.

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Sep 19, 2016

I want to take this opportunity on behalf of all of us to say thank you, Mr. Secretary-General, for your outstanding leadership of this institution.

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Sep 19, 2016

I want to suggest to you today that we must go forward and not backward.

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Sep 19, 2016

Citizens are demanding respect for the dignity of all people, no matter their gender or race or religion or disability or sexual orientation.

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Sep 19, 2016

During the meeting, Ms. Monaco and Prime Minister Sarraj reviewed the progress of GNA forces in regaining Sirte from ISIL fighters and U.S. support for those Libyan-led efforts.

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Sep 19, 2016

The humanity that a young child can display... we can all learn from Alex.

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Sep 18, 2016

I want to take this opportunity to reassure the people in this city, this region, and Americans across our country that our counterterrorism and law enforcement professionals at every level, federal, state and local, are working together…

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Sep 15, 2016

I was pretty confident about where I was born. I think most people were as well. And my hope would be that the presidential election reflects more serious issues than that.

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Sep 14, 2016

If you like your doctor, you will be able to keep your doctor. Period.

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