Barack Obama
The Public Record
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.
This Act builds upon the recently passed United Nations Security Council Resolution and its strong foundation for new multilateral sanctions.
Congratulations to Sky Blue on winning your first Women's Professional Soccer championship.
I am pleased to sign into law the toughest sanctions against Iran ever passed by the United States Congress.
We are striking at the heart of the Iranian Government's ability to fund and develop its nuclear program.
They believe in using their God-given talent to inspire the next generation to reach a little higher and work a little harder.
I am grateful that these impressive individuals have agreed to join my administration.
Even as we increase pressure on the Iranian Government, we're sending an unmistakable message that the United States stands with the Iranian people.
The American people face no greater or more urgent danger than a terrorist attack with a nuclear weapon.
Nuclear materials that could be sold . . . and fashioned into a nuclear weapon exist in dozens of nations.
We've always recognized that there are times when only government has been able to do what individuals couldn't do and what corporations would not do.
Nothing's more important than reversing the damage of the great recession and getting folks back to work.
This debate we're having in Washington isn't about big government or small government.
Our better days are ahead of us, not behind us, but we got to fight for that future.
Today's House vote in favor of Wall Street reform puts us on the cusp of passing a law that will give consumers greater protection and safeguard our economy against future financial crises.
He thinks this debate is about accountability -- accountability for securing the border, accountability for employers who are hiring illegal immigrants, and accountability for those who are in this country illegally.
I also direct, that in honor and tribute to this great patriot, that the flag of the United States shall be displayed at full-staff on Independence Day.
The same financial crisis that led to the loss of nearly eight million jobs.
Both America and Pakistan care deeply about the education of our young people for the jobs and economies of the future.





