Statement by the President on the Passing of Arlen Specter
Arlen Specter was always a fighter. From his days stamping out corruption as a prosecutor in Philadelphia to his three decades of service in the Senate, Arlen was fiercely independent…
WEEKLY ADDRESS: One Million American Jobs Saved and a Stronger American Auto Industry
WASHINGTON, DC—In his weekly address, President Obama talked about his decision to rescue the American auto industry from collapse and save more than one million American jobs. Some were calling…
Statement by NSC Spokesman Tommy Vietor on the Awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to the European Union
The United States congratulates the European Union on being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. This award recognizes Europe’s commitment to the principles of democracy, freedom, and human rights, as well…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the First Annual International Day of the Girl
On this first International Day of the Girl, the United States reaffirms our abiding commitment to promoting the rights and status of girls here in the United States and around…
Remarks by the President at a Campaign Event — Miami, FL
University of Miami Miami, Florida 3:26 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Miami! (Applause.) How’s it going, Hurricanes! (Applause.) Can everybody please give Lizzie a big round of applause for that…
Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event — Castle Rock, CO
Douglas County Fairgrounds Castle Rock, Colorado 12:23 P.M. MDT MRS. OBAMA: Thank you so much. I love you guys. We love you! (Applause.) Thank you so much. I’m so happy…
Remarks by the President at a Campaign Event in Miami, FL
JW Marriott Marquis Miami, Florida 7:17 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, everybody. (Applause.) Thank you. Everybody, please have a seat. (Applause.) Thank you. It’s good to be in Florida.…
Statement by NSC Spokesman Tommy Vietor on John Brennan’s Trip to Libya
Today, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan met with senior Libyan officials, including President Magariaf, in Tripoli. Mr. Brennan, on behalf of President Obama, expressed…
Statement by the President on Nominations of General John Allen and General Joseph Dunford
I am proud to nominate General John Allen as the next Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) and Commander of U.S. European Command. For more than a year, General Allen has…
Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event
Dean Fleischauer Activity Center Colorado Springs, Colorado 2:42 P.M. MDT MRS. OBAMA: Yes! Four more years! (Applause.) Thank you, guys. (Applause.) AUDIENCE: Four more years! Four more years! Four more…