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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 5, 2010

It is very important for us to build up U.S. Marshals' capacity. That is something we want to do in the Federal budget . . . my expectation is that we will get support, bipartisan support, from Congress on this issue because it is so…

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May 5, 2010

I think the government is -- they understand what the heritage is in this town. And that this has to be the kind of place that we preserve, you know.

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May 5, 2010

I will not settle for anything less than first place when it comes to new energy technologies.

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May 5, 2010

I am inspired every day by our men and women in uniform and their families.

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May 5, 2010

The 'Home Star Energy Retrofit Act' is a commonsense bill that will create jobs, save consumers money, and strengthen our economy.

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May 5, 2010

They are pillars of strength in their families, often celebrating their children's life milestones while the other parent is away.

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May 5, 2010

Let us honor the spouses and families who support our servicemembers and, in doing so, help defend our Nation and preserve our liberty.

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May 5, 2010

My Administration is committed to improving opportunities and quality of life for these brave spouses and families who know the separation and stress of war.

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May 5, 2010

We reaffirm our steadfast commitment to supporting and honoring the husbands, wives, and loved ones of our Nation's servicemembers.

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May 4, 2010

Keeping faith with our veterans and their families is work that is never truly finished.

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May 4, 2010

Our Nation's commitment to our veterans and their families--to patriots like Ted and Sarah--is a sacred trust.

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May 4, 2010

H.R. 5019 will provide consumers up-front rebates for many home energy-saving investments.

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May 4, 2010

The way to fix our broken immigration system is through commonsense, comprehensive immigration reform.

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May 4, 2010

We're two societies that are woven together by millions of family and friends, by common interests and a shared future.

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May 4, 2010

This legislation marks a major step forward in America's commitment to families and caregivers who tend to our wounded warriors every day.

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May 4, 2010

The Nigerian people and Government should know that in this time of national mourning they have a friend and enduring partner in the United States.

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May 4, 2010

We can't start singling out people because of who they look like or how they talk or how they dress.

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May 4, 2010

The bill will create green jobs in construction and manufacturing, help consumers lower their energy bills, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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