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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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May 10, 2010

I also send my best wishes to Gordon Brown and thank him for his friendship and his distinguished service as Prime Minister.

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May 10, 2010

I look forward to meeting with the Prime Minister at the G-8/G-20 meetings in June.

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May 10, 2010

The United States has an unyielding belief that all people yearn for the right to gather and speak freely and to choose their own leaders

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May 10, 2010

The Environmental Charter High School empowers students to succeed in both academics and life by becoming stewards of their own community.

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May 10, 2010

For the first time, the nation will have goals, benchmarks, and measurable outcomes that will help us tackle the childhood obesity epidemic one child, one family, and one community at a time.

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May 10, 2010

I am confident that when we take the steps outlined in this Strategy, we will make our country stronger and our people healthier and safer.

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May 10, 2010

I reiterated my deep and personal commitment to the special relationship between our two countries.

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May 10, 2010

I have no doubt that the ties between our two countries will continue to thrive in the years to come.

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May 10, 2010

By boosting community-based prevention, expanding treatment, strengthening law enforcement, and working collaboratively with our global partners, we will reduce drug use and the great damage it causes in our communities.

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May 9, 2010

After review of the situation and of the NPAS and classified annex, I have concluded: (1) that the situation in Georgia need no longer be considered an obstacle to proceeding with the proposed Agreement.

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May 9, 2010

The Jewish American story is an essential chapter of the American narrative.

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May 9, 2010

I have selected a nominee who I believe embodies that same excellence, independence, integrity, and passion for the law.

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May 9, 2010

Of the many responsibilities accorded to a President by our Constitution, few are more weighty or consequential than that of appointing a Supreme Court Justice.

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May 9, 2010

I have determined that the performance of the Agreement will promote.

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May 9, 2010

I have approved the proposed Agreement and urge the Congress to give the proposed Agreement favorable consideration.

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May 9, 2010

Michelle and I were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Lena Horne.

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May 9, 2010

She's often referred to Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, for whom she clerked, as her hero.

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May 9, 2010

She's an acclaimed legal scholar with a rich understanding of constitutional law.

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May 9, 2010

I have concluded: (1) that the situation in Georgia need no longer be considered an obstacle to proceeding with the proposed Agreement; and (2) that the level and scope of U.S.-Russia cooperation on Iran are sufficient to justify…

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May 9, 2010

Elena Kagan, of Massachusetts, to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, vice John Paul Stevens, retiring.

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May 9, 2010

I think they would be tremendously proud of their daughter, a great lawyer, a great teacher, and a devoted public servant.

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May 9, 2010

I think that says a great deal about her commitment to serving the American people.

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May 9, 2010

And while entertaining soldiers during World War II, she refused to perform for segregated audiences.

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