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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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Jun 28, 2009

This bill will create new businesses, new industries, and millions of new jobs.

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Jun 27, 2009

I call on all political and social actors in Honduras to respect democratic norms, the rule of law, and the tenets of the Inter-American Democratic Charter.

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Jun 27, 2009

I am deeply concerned by reports coming out of Honduras regarding the detention and expulsion of President Mel Zelaya.

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Jun 26, 2009

But studies show that once people learn they are infected, they take steps to reduce the risk of transmitting HIV to others.

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Jun 26, 2009

I have pledged to develop and implement a comprehensive National HIV/AIDS Strategy (NHAS).

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Jun 26, 2009

One in five Americans currently living with HIV--more than 230,000 people--do not know they have the disease.

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Jun 25, 2009

Think carefully about the answer for those protesters who have been arrested, beaten and killed.

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Jun 25, 2009

I think that this legislation that we are seeking to pass indicates enormous progress from where we have been.

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Jun 25, 2009

But although Washington may not see it yet, there is a spirit of change that's taken hold across this country.

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Jun 25, 2009

The importance of growth and sound regulatory systems cannot be understated.

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Jun 25, 2009

The implementation of UN Security Council resolutions is crucial.

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Jun 25, 2009

By creating a system of clean energy incentives, this bill complements our earlier actions to raise automobile fuel efficiency standards.

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Jun 25, 2009

We have a continuing set of national security interests that are going to have to be dealt with because the clock is ticking.

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Jun 25, 2009

We are committed to strengthening our bilateral relationship.

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Jun 25, 2009

The rights of the Iranian people to assemble, to speak freely, to have their voices heard, those are universal aspirations.

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Jun 25, 2009

This was the moment when we decided to confront America's energy challenge and reclaim America's future.

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Jun 25, 2009

The American people know that the nation that leads in building a 21st century clean energy economy is the nation that will lead in creating a 21st century global economy.

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Jun 25, 2009

We have concerns over proliferation, particularly regarding North Korea and Iran.

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Jun 25, 2009

And in that spirit, I want to welcome my friend Chancellor Merkel.

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Jun 25, 2009

I think what's absolutely clear is over the course of subsequent days, that Mousavi has shown to have captured the imagination or the spirit of forces within Iran.

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Jun 25, 2009

I don't take Mr. Ahmadi-nejad's statements seriously about apologies.

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Jun 25, 2009

We must contribute to reconstruction and stability in Afghanistan.

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Jun 24, 2009

The most fundamental function of all governments is to ensure the safety of their citizens and maintain law and order.

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