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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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Feb 9, 2011

It's young people who have been at the forefront; a new generation who want their voices to be heard.

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Feb 9, 2011

The future of Egypt will be determined by the Egyptian people.

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Feb 8, 2011

Thank you for Slovenia’s strong support for the people of Afghanistan and its contributions to NATO’s International Security Assistance Force (ISAF).

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Feb 6, 2011

I think their caution in this, their wariness, is -- they deserve the benefit of the doubt in my view right now, because they're dealing with a situation which is quite volatile.

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Feb 6, 2011

I hereby notify you of my decision to remove Albania and Croatia from the list of countries covered under section 1211(b).

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Feb 6, 2011

Now all parties have a responsibility to ensure that this historic moment of promise becomes a moment of lasting progress

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Feb 4, 2011

The government of Egypt has a responsibility to protect the rights of its people and to release immediately those who have been unjustly detained.

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Feb 3, 2011

We want to see this moment of turmoil turn into a moment of opportunity. The entire world is watching. What we hope for and what we will work for is a future where all of Egyptian society seizes that opportunity.

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Feb 3, 2011

In order for Egypt to have a bright future, which I believe it can have, the only thing that will work is moving an orderly transition process that begins right now.

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Feb 3, 2011

Negotiations should include a broad representation of the Egyptian opposition.

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Feb 3, 2011

We recognize that greater sharing of information will strengthen our ability to achieve the goals of this vision.

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Feb 3, 2011

We intend to work together to defend and protect our use of air, land, sea, space, and cyberspace.

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Feb 3, 2011

I outlined a plan for America to out-build the competition to win the future.

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Feb 3, 2011

The issues at stake in Egypt will not be resolved through violence or suppression.

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Feb 2, 2011

Assad must halt his campaign of killing and crimes against his own people now. . . . The suffering citizens of Syria must know: we are with you, and the Assad regime must come to an end.

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Feb 2, 2011

It is imperative that Yemen take forceful action against Al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) to protect innocent lives in Yemen as well as abroad.

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Feb 2, 2011

President Saleh now needs to follow-up his pledge with concrete actions.

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Feb 2, 2011

Making our buildings more energy efficient is one of the fastest, easiest, and cheapest ways to save money, combat pollution, and create jobs right here in the United States of America.

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Feb 2, 2011

In this country, from the moment you have a new idea, you can explore it in the world's best labs and universities.

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Feb 1, 2011

The United States will seek to initiate . . . negotiations with the Russian Federation to address the disparity between the non-strategic (tactical) stockpiles of the Russian Federation and of the United States . . . .

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Feb 1, 2011

United States National Technical Means, in conjunction with the verification activities provided for in the New START Treaty, are sufficient to ensure effective monitoring of Russian compliance with the provisions of the New START Treaty.

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Feb 1, 2011

It is the policy of the United States to continue development and deployment of United States missile defense systems to defend against missile threats from nations such as North Korea and Iran.

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