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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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Jul 8, 2016

The United States strongly supports NATO's cooperation with partners as a means to more effectively share burdens and further our common security goals.

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Jul 8, 2016

This partnership will help Ukraine effectively preserve and enforce its territorial integrity, deepen defense institutional reforms, and improve processes for developing defense requirements and managing resources.

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Jul 8, 2016

We have enhanced allied ability to deploy and receive forces in support of collective defense operations.

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Jul 8, 2016

U.S. activities include providing trainers, onsite expertise, and sharing best practices.

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Jul 8, 2016

Security assistance to Georgia remains high in FY16, and is projected to remain so in FY17.

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Jul 8, 2016

The United States maintains a cadre of 50 deployable civil emergency experts that can assist in host nation capacity building for allies.

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Jul 8, 2016

The United States continues to support the Georgian Ministry of Defense in its efforts to develop a modern, effective and transparent force.

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Jul 8, 2016

The international community continues to stand with the Afghan people.

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Jul 8, 2016

In good times and in bad, Europe can count on the United States—always.

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Jul 8, 2016

NATO is sending a clear message that we will defend every ally.

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Jul 8, 2016

Resilience against these challenges requires allies' civilian and military capabilities.

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Jul 8, 2016

Immigration has been, by far, a net plus for our economic growth, our culture, our way of life.

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Jul 8, 2016

We are also doubling our emergency management advisors at NATO to support civil preparedness efforts.

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Jul 8, 2016

There can be no business as usual with Russia until it fully implements its Minsk obligations.

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Jul 8, 2016

The United States has increased security assistance to Moldova to promote stability, professionalize and modernize its forces to promote NATO interoperability.

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Jul 7, 2016

Is that there has been a vicious, calculated and despicable attack on law enforcement.

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Jul 7, 2016

... a vicious calculated and despicable attack on law enforcement. Police in Dallas were on duty doing their jobs, keeping people safe during peaceful protests.

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Jul 7, 2016

The sum of all ERI lines of effort is greater than the five individual parts.

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Jul 7, 2016

The world needs a strong, prosperous, democratic, and united Europe.

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Jul 7, 2016

NATO allies have fully implemented the enhanced exercise regime to which allies committed as part of the Readiness Action Plan.

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Jul 7, 2016

European countries are and will remain among our closest allies and friends.

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Jul 7, 2016

Here in Warsaw, I want to once again affirm the enduring commitment of the United States to the security of Poland.

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Jul 7, 2016

The opening of the Swinoujscie liquefied natural gas terminal is a necessary and welcome step in Poland's efforts to improve its energy security.

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