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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Nov 5, 2010

I reaffirm United States support for Mexico's efforts to end the impunity of organized criminal groups.

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Nov 5, 2010

Mumbai is a symbol of the incredible energy and optimism that defines India in the 21st century.

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Nov 5, 2010

We have an enormous possibility to partner with them for decades to come.

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Nov 5, 2010

We go forward with confidence, knowing that history is on our side.

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Nov 5, 2010

I thanked President Calderon for Mexico's close coordination with US officials to help assure the safety of US citizens in Matamoros.

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Nov 5, 2010

Every American businessperson who comes here is thrilled with how rapidly India is growing and its increasing preeminence on the world stage.

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Nov 5, 2010

I reiterated my commitment to deepening the US security partnership with Mexico.

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Nov 5, 2010

One of the biggest priorities on this trip is to highlight the degree to which U.S. economic success is going to be tied to our working with the fastest growing economies in the world.

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Nov 5, 2010

You're rightly frustrated with the pace of our economic recovery.

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Nov 4, 2010

I'm open to any idea, any proposal, any way we can get the economy growing faster so that people who need work can find it faster.

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Nov 4, 2010

The United States is, has been, and will remain an Asian and Pacific power.

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Nov 4, 2010

The unemployment rate is still unacceptably high, and we've got a lot of work to do.

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Nov 4, 2010

On Veterans Day, let us remember our solemn obligations to our veterans.

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Nov 4, 2010

My thoughts and prayers have been with President Fernandez de Kirchner, their children Maximo and Florencia, and their family.

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Nov 4, 2010

Our intent here during the course of this trip is to demonstrate that breadth.

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Nov 4, 2010

Our future depends on putting politics aside to solve problems.

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Nov 4, 2010

Countries that are democracies share values, and that reflects in our relationships.

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Nov 4, 2010

I'm confident that if we can do that, if we can work together, then this country will not only recover, but it will prosper.

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Nov 4, 2010

I commend the Argentine people for their strength during this time of national mourning.

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