Statement from the President
Our democracy works best when everyone’s voice is heard, and no one’s voice is drowned out. But five years ago, a Supreme Court ruling allowed big companies – including foreign…
FACT SHEET: Partnering with Employers to Equip Hardworking Americans with the Skills They Need to Advance into Better-Paying Jobs
Tonight, I’m also asking more businesses to follow the lead of companies like CVS and UPS, and offer more educational benefits and paid apprenticeships — opportunities that give workers the…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Nazarbayev of Kazakhstan
The President spoke today with President Nursultan Nazarbayev of Kazakhstan. The two leaders discussed the strong and comprehensive U.S.-Kazakhstani relationship and partnership for improving global security. They affirmed their shared…
Readout of the Vice President’s Meeting with Foreign Minister Julie Bishop of Australia
The Vice President met with Foreign Minister Julie Bishop of Australia today at the White House. The Vice President and the Foreign Minister discussed a range of regional and global…
FACT SHEET: Helping All Working Families with Young Children Afford Child Care
“In today’s economy, when having both parents in the workforce is an economic necessity for many families, we need affordable, high-quality childcare more than ever. It’s not a nice-to-have —…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Drop-By with a Visiting Delegation from Iraq’s Anbar Province
Today, Vice President Biden dropped by White House Coordinator for the Middle East, North Africa, and the Gulf Region Phil Gordon’s meeting with a delegation of Iraqi tribal and provincial…
Statement by the President on the 42nd Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Forty-two years ago today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its ruling in Roe v. Wade, a decision that protects a woman’s freedom to make her own choices about her body…
Statement by the President on the UN General Assembly Meeting on the Rise of Anti-Semitism
Earlier this week in my State of the Union address, I affirmed our commitment and responsibility as Americans to speak out against the deplorable resurgence of anti-Semitism in certain parts…
Statement by the President on the Passing of Wendell Ford
Michelle and I were saddened to learn of the passing of former Senator Wendell Ford. A veteran, businessman, Governor and four-term Senator, Wendell dedicated his life to the people of…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Stan Meiburg – Deputy Administrator, Environmental Protection Agency Stuart F. Delery…