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.
I am proud that such experienced and committed individuals have agreed to take on these important roles in my administration.
We have to build a new and stronger foundation for growth and prosperity.
Although legislative action is necessary to provide full equality to LGBT Federal employees, the agencies have identified a number of benefits that can be extended under existing law.
Stopping this oil spill and containing its damage must be the top priority of my Administration.
Imagine a new treatment that kills cancer cells but leaves healthy ones untouched.
Part of what gets us through tough times is music, the arts, the ability to capture that essential kernel of ourselves.
Events like the one that transpired a couple nights ago don't transpire again.
The time has come, once and for all, for this nation to fully embrace a clean energy future.
Agencies should immediately take the following actions, consistent with existing law, in order to extend benefits to the same-sex domestic partners of Federal employees.
The next generation will not be held hostage to energy sources from the last century.
The commitment of the United States to the security and defense of the Republic of Korea will never waver.
The United States is confident that European leaders have been doing the right thing by putting in place reforms.
This kind of systemic inequality undermines the health, well-being, and security not just of our Federal workforce, but also of their families and communities.
It's critically important that we move in the process to find stability and security in that region.
An economy that was shrinking at an alarming rate when I became President has now been growing for three consecutive quarters.





