Speech Archive, News, Pictures of Barack Obama, Speeches
The serious fiscal situation that our country faces reflects not only the severe economic downturn we inherited, but also years of failing to pay for new policies—including a new entitlement…
WASHINGTON – In this week’s address, President Barack Obama vowed to continue fighting for the American people to ensure their voices are heard over the special interests and lobbyists in…
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Consistent with the authorities related to official immunity in the interdiction of aircraft engaged in illicit drug trafficking (Public Law 107-108, 22 U.S.C.…
Today we recognize the 37th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, which affirms every woman’s fundamental constitutional right to choose whether to have an abortion, as…
With its ruling today, the Supreme Court has given a green light to a new stampede of special interest money in our politics. It is a major victory for big…
WASHINGTON, DC- President Obama joined Paul Volcker, former chairman of the Federal Reserve; Bill Donaldson, former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission; Congressman Barney Frank, House Financial Services Chairman;…
Public Invited to Nominate Candidates for Nation’s Second Highest Civilian Honor WASHINGTON, DC–In a video message released today, President Obama announced that the American public will be invited to nominate…
Louis B. Butler, Jr., of Wisconsin, to be United Stated District Judge for the Western District of Wisconsin, vice John C. Shabaz, retired. Edward Milton Chen, of California, to be…
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C.1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, prior to the anniversary…
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key administration posts: Marsha J. Rabiteau, Member, Board of Directors of the State Justice Institute…