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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Dec 11, 2016

to continue helping the families of the victims find some of the truth and justice they deserve, I can announce that the U.S. Government will declassify even more documents from that period including, for the first time, military and…

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Dec 11, 2016

The British and French are our closest and most effective partners in bringing pressure against terrorist groups that would threaten Western interests.

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Dec 10, 2016

The United States is committed to Egypt's security and will continue to work with our partners to defeat such terrorist acts.

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Dec 10, 2016

This heinous attack targeting Christian worshipers as they gathered to practice their faith demonstrates once again the need for the international community to remain resolute in confronting acts of terrorism across the globe.

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Dec 10, 2016

The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attack outside of Mogadishu, Somalia.

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Dec 9, 2016

I hereby designate for Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism all funding including contributions from foreign governments so designated by the Congress in the Act.

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Dec 9, 2016

I hereby designate as emergency requirements all funding so designated by the Congress in the Act.

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Dec 9, 2016

The United States strongly condemns the decision by President Yahya Jammeh of The Gambia to ignore the will of the Gambian people in calling for the December 1 election to be nullified.

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Dec 9, 2016

The United States appeals to all Gambians to reject violence and seek a peaceful resolution that upholds the will of the Gambian people and advances the promise of a freer, more democratic, and more prosperous Gambia.

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Dec 9, 2016

Nearly 30 million Americans would lose their coverage—30 million.

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