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The United States strongly supports the efforts of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) mediators, Ambassador Seyoum Mesfin and General Lazaro Sumbeiywo, to secure a cessation of hostilities and to…
As Americans, we believe that everyone who works hard deserves a chance at opportunity, and that all our citizens deserve some basic measure of security. And so, 50 years ago,…
This morning, Vice President Biden spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. The Vice President encouraged the Prime Minister to continue the Iraqi government’s outreach to local, tribal, and national…
The President spoke to Chancellor Merkel today to wish her a speedy recovery following her injury and to congratulate her on the formation of her new cabinet. The leaders noted…
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Christopher P. Lu – Deputy Secretary, Department of Labor Michael W. Kempner…
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Heidi Biggs – Member, Board of Directors of the Corporation for…
As a representative of the people of New York in the U.S. Congress, Carolyn McCarthy has earned a reputation for principled and compassionate leadership. In particular, she’s been at the…
In his seventeen years representing the people of North Carolina in the U.S. Congress, Mike McIntyre has been a strong advocate for our men and women in uniform and a…
East Room 11:55 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Please, everybody, have a seat. (Applause.) Well, Happy New Year, everybody. AUDIENCE: Happy New Year! THE PRESIDENT: I hope you’re keeping warm. A…
Michelle and I wish Coptic Orthodox Christians in the United States and around the world a joyous Christmas. On this special day, we celebrate the messages of peace and hope…