We do have a toolkit of best practices, of training, of resources and equipment that can help police departments protect their officers.
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.
Let us rededicate ourselves to broadening democracy's reach and promoting its true pillars.
This shouldn't just be a creed for our soldiers, it should be a creed for all of us.
We must bolster our commitment to upholding freedom and democracy wherever they are jeopardized.
Americans must lead by example and chart new paths to liberty and opportunity.
Of all the privileges of this office, none is greater than serving as the Commander in Chief of the finest military that the world has ever known.
We don't need inflammatory rhetoric. We don't need careless accusation thrown around to score political points or to advance an agenda. We need to temper our words and open our hearts, all of us.
The situation requires continued Turkish cooperation, including our joint efforts against terrorism.
We regret the loss of life and urge actions that will avoid further violence or instability.
The United States' unwavering support for the democratically-elected, civilian Government of Turkey.
On this planet of more than 7 billion people, the hatred and the violence of a few ultimately is no match for the love and decency and hard work of people of good will and compassion.
On behalf of the American people, I offer my heartfelt condolences to the people of France.
We cannot give in to fear or turn on each other or sacrifice our way of life.
I thank France for its unwavering support to the Counter-ISIL Coalition and the broader global fight against terrorism.
This terrible attack was particularly heinous given that it struck revelers celebrating Bastille Day.
All parties in Turkey should support the democratically-elected Government of Turkey.
I ordered the deployment of additional U.S. Armed Forces personnel to South Sudan to support the security of U.S. personnel and of our Embassy in Juba.





