Barack Obama

Barack Obama was elected President of the United States Nov. 4, 2008, and was sworn in on Jan. 20, 2009. The Democrat from Illinois served as a U.S. senator and state senator prior to his election. He is seeking re-election after his term ends in 2012.
Apr. 25, 2013
President Obama nominated Eric Schwartz to the Commission on Int’l Religious Freedom.
Mar. 28, 2013
A majority of justices indicated they’d invalidate parts of the law.
Feb. 18, 2013
A few things stood out to me during President Obama’s State of the Union address.
Feb. 05, 2013
It’s the first time he’s brought his gun control message outside of Washington.
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Feb. 04, 2013
The Minnesota Insurance Marketplace Act must be signed by March 31.
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  • Meghan Holden
Jan. 24, 2013
Bill Burton, a University alumnus will reflect on Obama’s first term.
Jan. 24, 2013
A grad student had the opportunity to attend Obama’s inauguration.
Jan. 23, 2013
Rates rose by 2 percent in 2013, returning to the 2010 rate.
Nov. 27, 2012
The U.S. pardon atty. plays a key role in determining who gets pardoned.
Nov. 13, 2012
The Democratic Party needs to start thinking of the future in order to stay in power.
Nov. 13, 2012
A growing diversity in political representation is a good sign in the American political system.
Nov. 07, 2012
Obama’s victory capitalized victories across the state for the DFL.
Oct. 31, 2012
More defense spending is irresponsible and won’t make us any safer.
Oct. 29, 2012
Candidates clash over how to cut taxes on the middle class.

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