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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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Jun 13, 2010

One of the things that came out of the--this discussion is how do we make sure that there's effective coordination in terms of skimmers, vessels of opportunity that are out in the water right now.

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Jun 13, 2010

We feel confident that this is going to be able to move forward.

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Jun 13, 2010

The existence and the risk of proliferation of weapons-usable fissile material on the Korean Peninsula constitute a continuing unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.

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Jun 13, 2010

We'll continue to hold BP accountable and bring every possible resource and innovation to bear.

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Jun 13, 2010

Last point I'm going to make, and this is something that's been repeatedly emphasized: Here in Mississippi--but it's true in Florida, it's true in Alabama, and it's true in portions of Louisiana--there's still a lot of opportunity for…

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Jun 13, 2010

We are going to be working with business owners like this, with Governors and mayors to make sure that they are made whole as a consequence of this crisis.

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Jun 13, 2010

I want to thank Dr. Ed Montgomery for his dedicated service to my administration and the country.

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Jun 13, 2010

One of the major challenges facing small business owners is access to the credit that they need to grow and hire.

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Jun 13, 2010

This is a critically important issue that a lot of people are concerned about, invested in, and want to see a resolution to.

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Jun 13, 2010

The legislation would establish a Small Business Lending Fund that provides incentives for smaller banks to make new loans.

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Jun 13, 2010

The results of his efforts have been felt in auto towns across America.

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Jun 13, 2010

The number one goal here is that all the people who are affected by BP's oil spill are made whole.

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Jun 13, 2010

One of the best ways to help is to come down here and enjoy the outstanding hospitality.

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Jun 13, 2010

Eliminating capital gains taxes on owners of small business stock will spur investment, innovation, and job creation by small businesses.

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Jun 13, 2010

The legislation would establish a State Small Business Credit Initiative that would spur over $20 billion in new lending through innovative State-based programs.

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Jun 13, 2010

My administration's commitment to autoworkers and communities remains strong.

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Jun 11, 2010

I, Barack Obama, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, do proclaim that:

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Jun 11, 2010

FEMA will remain in close contact with Arkansas Emergency Management and report back any unmet needs.

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Jun 11, 2010

I am committed to permanently reforming this Medicare formula in a way that balances fiscal responsibility with the responsibility we have to doctors and seniors.

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Jun 11, 2010

I affirm my deep commitment to the special and historic relationship between our two countries.

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Jun 11, 2010

The historical record of previous World Cup matches between the United States and England favors the United States.

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Jun 11, 2010

These targeted investments to help our Nation's small businesses grow and create jobs will boost the economic recovery.

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