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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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Nov 11, 2010

The Dodd-Frank Act bans abusive practices in the mortgage markets

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Nov 11, 2010

We are committed to bringing the fiscal deficit down at a pace consistent with economic recovery.

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Nov 11, 2010

The G-20's agenda is built around three pillars: a common approach to building an effective global anti-corruption regime, specific commitments to show collective leadership, and a commitment to directly engaging our private sector…

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Nov 11, 2010

We look forward to seeing more and more creative mechanisms to finance worthy enterprises

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Nov 11, 2010

No firm should be too big or complicated to fail and that taxpayers should not bear the costs of resolution

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Nov 11, 2010

The steps we are taking here, when fully implemented, will result in a fundamentally stronger financial system than existed prior to the crisis

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Nov 11, 2010

U.S. leadership has included increased enforcement capacity to pursue bribery of officials overseas.

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Nov 11, 2010

All nations do their part – emerging no less than advanced, surplus no less than deficit – the world economy can grow more rapidly with less risk.

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Nov 11, 2010

The Dodd-Frank Act will benefit those businesses that use derivatives to manage their commercial risks

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Nov 11, 2010

The Dodd-Frank Act closes these loopholes and creates accountable regulation for all firms that pose the most risk to the financial system

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Nov 11, 2010

Our collective challenge is to summon the political will to embrace these instruments and standards, strengthen them where appropriate, but most importantly take actions to effectively implement them.

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Nov 10, 2010

I am confident that, as a consequence of the work that we have been doing and will continue to do, that we are going to be able to put the world on a path that ensures strong growth and opportunity for both of our peoples.

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Nov 10, 2010

As two leading nuclear powers, obviously, we have a special obligation to deal with issues of nuclear proliferation.

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Nov 10, 2010

On this day, we honor every man and woman who has ever worn the uniform of the United States of America.

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Nov 10, 2010

In a prudent, stable way, we want to make sure that we are boosting growth rates at home as well as abroad.

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Nov 10, 2010

This nation recognizes your sacrifice, and we are grateful for your service, too.

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Nov 10, 2010

The six-party talks provided a valuable forum to engage North Korea and encourage it to move towards more responsible behavior.

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Nov 10, 2010

The United States will never waver in our commitment to the security of the Republic of Korea.

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Nov 10, 2010

We've got a special obligation to deal with ensuring strong, balanced, and sustainable growth.

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