Jan 26, 2011
Our purpose is clear. By preventing the Taliban from re-establishing a stranglehold over the Afghan people, we will deny al Qaeda the safe haven that served as the launching pad for 9/11.
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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Jan 26, 2011
Let us commit ourselves and continue their valiant journey toward a more vibrant and secure future.
Jan 25, 2011
This is our generation’s Sputnik moment. We’ll invest in biomedical research, information technology, and especially clean energy technology.
Jan 25, 2011
We measure progress by the success of our people. By the jobs they can find and the quality of life those jobs offer.
Jan 25, 2011
At stake is whether new jobs and industries take root in this country, or somewhere else. It’s whether the hard work and industry of our people is rewarded.
Jan 25, 2011
What comes of this moment will be determined not by whether we can sit together tonight, but whether we can work together tomorrow.
Jan 25, 2011
If you have ideas about how to improve this law by making care better or more affordable, I'm eager to work with you.
Jan 25, 2011
What I'm not willing to do is to go back to the days when insurance companies could deny someone coverage because of a pre-existing condition.
Jan 25, 2011
Instead of re-fighting the battles of the last two years, let's fix what needs fixing, and move forward.
Jan 25, 2011
We need to make sure that the breakthroughs, the technological breakthroughs that come to define the 21st century, that they take root right here in America.
Jan 25, 2011
We continue to believe, first and foremost, that any of the parties -- all of the parties should refrain from violence.
Jan 25, 2011
The United States and India are not only the world's two largest democracies, we are two pluralistic societies that believe in the potential and dignity of every human being.
Jan 25, 2011
The enduring lessons of this Republic Day can inspire us to seek a future of greater prosperity and opportunity for both our peoples.
Jan 25, 2011
The beliefs that have led Prime Minister Singh and I to make the U.S.-India relationship one of the defining partnerships of the 21st century.
Jan 25, 2011
The United States welcomes the inauguration today of the Afghan Parliament in Kabul.
Jan 25, 2011
The jobs you're creating here, the growth you've achieved have come...through hard work and ingenuity and a single-minded focus on being the best at what you do.
Jan 25, 2011
That's the kind of determination to win that America needs to show right now.
Jan 25, 2011
The constructive debate and co-operation between Afghanistan's Office of the President and the recently elected members of Parliament demonstrates the Afghan commitment to ensuring that the will of the Afghan people is carried out and…
Jan 25, 2011
Throughout his career, Henry Floyd has demonstrated unwavering integrity and a firm commitment to public service.
Jan 25, 2011
The United States joins the Afghan people in celebrating today's achievement and we encourage the Afghans to begin an inclusive dialogue on electoral reform.
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