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.
Clear eyed, we can understand that there will be war and still strive for peace.
Starting in July 2011, we will begin that transition, that transfer of responsibility.
And for that, I am grateful not only to the current committee but past committee members who I know are here.
My task here is to continue on the path that, I believe, is not only important for America, but important for lasting peace and security in the world.
The goal has been to advance America's interests, to strengthen our economy at home, and to make ourselves a continuing force for good in the world.
Each of us in our own lives can do our part in order to make a more just and lasting peace.
We must take every responsible step to accelerate job creation and get the biggest bang for the buck.
I'm not going to rest until every American who's looking for work can find a job.
Donald E. Booth, of Virginia, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
We will never waver in our pursuit of the rights, dignity, and security of every human being.
These steps include elimination of the capital gains taxes on small-business investment along with an extension of writeoffs to encourage expansion in the coming year.
The depth of experience these individuals bring to their roles will be valuable to my administration as we work to bring about real change for the American people.
A nonadversarial forum for managers, employees, and employees' union representatives to discuss Government operations will promote satisfactory labor relations and improve the productivity and effectiveness of the Federal Government.
Today, millions of Americans still have difficulty accessing primary health care, and many of them are uninsured.
Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week must be our call to action.





