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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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Aug 5, 2009

I am confident that they will be valuable additions to my administration and I look forward to working with them in the months and years ahead.

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Aug 5, 2009

They are getting the oldest, dirtiest, and most air polluting trucks and SUVs off the road for good.

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Aug 5, 2009

We have just started to change this country, and we need a partner like Creigh Deeds to finish the work that we just began.

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Aug 5, 2009

The initial transactions are generating a more than 50-precent increase in fuel economy.

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Aug 5, 2009

They are generating $700 to $1000 in annual savings for consumers in reduced gas costs alone.

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Aug 5, 2009

He is somebody who I'm confident is going to be able to help to strengthen both the regional and global relationship between the United States and Japan.

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Aug 5, 2009

The future offered by extremists is not one of peace but violence, not of hope and opportunity but poverty and despair.

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Aug 5, 2009

Our nation is at war against a far-reaching network of violence and hatred.

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Aug 5, 2009

We didn't become the greatest nation on Earth because we just stood still in the face of great challenges.

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Aug 5, 2009

We will do everything in our power to keep the American people safe…with certainty that we can defeat al Qaeda.

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Aug 5, 2009

These are not opinions to be debated; these are facts to be dealt with.

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Aug 5, 2009

I want to thank the United States Senate for acting in a bipartisan way to use Recovery Act funds to extend the Cash for Clunkers program.

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Aug 5, 2009

I hereby assign to you the function of the President under section 601, title VI, Division A of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

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Aug 5, 2009

We are living proof that education is the single best investment we can make in our future and our children's future.

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Aug 5, 2009

I placed great importance in the selection of who would represent the United States as Ambassador to Japan.

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Aug 4, 2009

That budget includes $211 million in Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) funding for research into the causes of and treatments for ASD, screenings, public awareness, and support services.

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Aug 4, 2009

He also pledged to end insurance discrimination against people with autism.

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Aug 4, 2009

I am determined to get an overhaul of the health care system by year's end with or without bipartisan support.

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Aug 4, 2009

The reunion that we've all seen on television, I think is a source of happiness, not only for the families, but for the entire country.

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Aug 4, 2009

The reunion that we have all seen on television, I think is a source of happiness, not only for the families, but for the entire country.

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Aug 3, 2009

Helen wished for world peace, no -- no prejudice. But she and I also had a common birthday wish. She said she hopes for a real health care reform bill.

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Aug 3, 2009

Helen wished for world peace, no prejudice, but she and I also had a common birthday wish. She said she hopes for a real health care reform bill.

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Aug 3, 2009

I’m committed to ensuring that the Department of Veterans Affairs provides America’s veterans the highest-quality health care possible.

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Aug 2, 2009

I'm confident that... we can strengthen not only Kuwaiti-U.S. relationships, but also create a more stable region of peace and security in the region.

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