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.
Here at POET, I believe that you're doing more than just helping stake America's claim on our future.
Renewable, homegrown fuels are a key part of our strategy for a clean energy future.
I want to talk with you about your communities, what you're going through, what you're experiencing.
I don't want to comment on a pending case that's been brought by an independent agency.
I am pleased to nominate Charles Dunne to serve as a United States Marshal and grateful for his continued willingness to serve and protect the American people.
We talked about how our dependence on oil threatened our economy; but our will to act rose and fell with the price at the pump.
We've talked about how that dependence on oil from other countries threatens our economy.
I applaud the House for passing legislation today that supports these goals.
We take very seriously the concerns that people have and the issue that's -- issues that are underway today in the cleanup and the fire.
This bipartisan legislation will help save taxpayer dollars by reining in wasteful overpayments from the Federal Government to individuals, organizations, and contractors.
We don't want people to stop fulfilling the core responsibilities of the financial system to help grow the economy.
I am very pleased that the United States Senate has decided to proceed to the financial regulatory bill by unanimous consent.
I believe that we have a special responsibility to be wise stewards of Americans' hard-earned tax dollars.
I am proud to nominate these distinguished individuals to serve on the United States District Court.
That is a goal that we can achieve, and it's being worked on right here at POET.
It's time to create conditions so that Americans who work hard can gain ground again.
We want to make sure the financial system doesn't just work for Wall Street, but it works for Main Street too.





