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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Sep 23, 2010

The choice is--for Sudanese leaders is whether they will have the courage to walk the path.

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Sep 23, 2010

Coming to the United Nations and making this kind of hateful and offensive remark so close to Ground Zero does nothing except further isolate Iran and further set back the interests of the Iranian people.

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Sep 23, 2010

I've therefore made it clear that the United States intends to play a leadership role in Asia.

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Sep 23, 2010

Azerbaijan's contributions to supporting the ISAF mission in Afghanistan.

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Sep 23, 2010

All sides should make every possible effort to sustain the talks.

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Sep 23, 2010

You will have a steady partner in the United States of America.

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Sep 23, 2010

The people of Colombia have been plagued by this terrorist insurgency for a very long time.

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Sep 23, 2010

I think the entire region would benefit from a stable, peaceful Afghanistan.

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Sep 23, 2010

I hope that Azerbaijan as a young democracy would implement democratic reforms and increase protections for human rights.

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Sep 23, 2010

We appreciated the United States' support for the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights and the offer to support the Commission on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Women and Children.

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Sep 23, 2010

We are committed to helping Colombia address its security challenges.

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Sep 23, 2010

The region is home to some of our largest trading partners and buys many of our exports, supporting millions of American jobs.

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Sep 23, 2010

We reaffirmed that U.S. participation in the annual Post Ministerial Conference (PMC) meetings demonstrates the United States' firm commitment to continue to strengthen comprehensive relations with ASEAN.

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Sep 23, 2010

With leaders of courage and vision, compromise is possible and conflicts can be ended.

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Sep 23, 2010

The Iranian government has a choice and it is the actions of the Iranian government that have isolated it and that have led to the consequences that have been imposed.

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Sep 23, 2010

Today I'm pleased to host our second meeting as we elevate our partnership to meet the shared challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

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Sep 22, 2010

Now is the time for Israelis and Palestinians to work toward a future that includes a Palestinian homeland and a secure Israel.

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Sep 22, 2010

A $42 billion bill aimed at helping small businesses cleared the House today with the support of just one Republican.

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