Remarks by the President on College Affordability — Buffalo, NY
State University of New York Buffalo Buffalo, New York 11:23 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Buffalo! (Applause.) Hello, Bulls! (Applause.) Well, it is good to be back in Buffalo, good…
Remarks by the President on College Affordability, Syracuse NY
Henninger High School Syracuse, New York 6:25 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Syracuse! (Applause.) It is good to be in Syracuse! (Applause.) Can everybody give Emilio a big round of…
Statement by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Josh Earnest on Allegations of Chemical Weapons Use in Syria
The United States is deeply concerned by reports that hundreds of Syrian civilians have been killed in an attack by Syrian government forces, including by the use of chemical weapons,…
Statement from the Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden
Yesterday our son Beau underwent a successful procedure. He is in great shape and is going to be discharged tomorrow and heading home to Delaware. He will follow up with…
Readout from the President’s Videoconference with Directors of State-Based Health Insurance Marketplaces
The President and Administration officials including Health and Human Services Secretary Sebelius held a videoconference today with directors of State-based health insurance Marketplaces. The President thanked those who are working…
Statement by the President on the Presidential Elections in Mali
On behalf of the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Mali and President-elect Ibrahim Boubacar Keita on a successful election on August 11. Through the Interim…
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Caitlin Hayden on National Security Advisor Susan E. Rice’s Meeting with Indian NSA Shivshankar Menon
National Security Advisor Susan E. Rice met today with Indian National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon to review the U.S.-India strategic partnership. Ambassador Rice reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to further…
Remarks by the President Honoring the 1973 Super Bowl Champion Miami Dolphins
East Room 2:10 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Welcome to the White House, everybody. Please have a seat. Now, it’s mid-August, which means football is in the air. (Laughter.) And I…
Readout of the President’s Meeting with Independent Financial Regulators
This afternoon, President Obama hosted a meeting with lead independent financial regulators. In addition to White House staff, participants include the Comptroller of the Currency, the Director of the Consumer…
Statement by the Press Secretary on World Humanitarian Day
On World Humanitarian Day, the United States joins the international community in honoring the courage and commitment of the thousands of dedicated humanitarian workers who risk their lives delivering lifesaving…