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.
We are committed to bringing the fiscal deficit down at a pace consistent with economic recovery.
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…
We look forward to seeing more and more creative mechanisms to finance worthy enterprises
No firm should be too big or complicated to fail and that taxpayers should not bear the costs of resolution
The steps we are taking here, when fully implemented, will result in a fundamentally stronger financial system than existed prior to the crisis
U.S. leadership has included increased enforcement capacity to pursue bribery of officials overseas.
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.
The Dodd-Frank Act will benefit those businesses that use derivatives to manage their commercial risks
The Dodd-Frank Act closes these loopholes and creates accountable regulation for all firms that pose the most risk to the financial system
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.
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.
As two leading nuclear powers, obviously, we have a special obligation to deal with issues of nuclear proliferation.
On this day, we honor every man and woman who has ever worn the uniform of the United States of America.
In a prudent, stable way, we want to make sure that we are boosting growth rates at home as well as abroad.
This nation recognizes your sacrifice, and we are grateful for your service, too.
The six-party talks provided a valuable forum to engage North Korea and encourage it to move towards more responsible behavior.
The United States will never waver in our commitment to the security of the Republic of Korea.
We've got a special obligation to deal with ensuring strong, balanced, and sustainable growth.





