WEEKLY ADDRESS: Pursuing a Diplomatic Solution in Syria
WASHINGTON, DC—In his weekly address, President Obama followed up on his speech to the nation on Tuesday and said there is the possibility for a diplomatic solution in Syria, partially…
Statement by the President on U.S.-Russian Agreement on Framework for Elimination of Syrian Chemical Weapons
I welcome the progress made between the United States and Russia through our talks in Geneva, which represents an important, concrete step toward the goal of moving Syria’s chemical weapons…
Remarks by President Obama and Amir Sabah Al-Sabah of Kuwait After Bilateral Meeting
Oval Office 2:25 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT OBAMA: It’s a great pleasure to welcome our friend, the Amir of Kuwait, to the Oval Office. Kuwait is one of our most important…
Statement by the President
WASHINGTON, DC – After more than four years working for the Administration, Gene B. Sperling, Director of the National Economic Council and Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, will…
Statement by the Press Secretary the President’s Travel to Asia
The President will travel to Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia and the Philippines from October 6 – 12 as part of his ongoing commitment to increase U.S. political, economic and security engagement…
Remarks by the President Before Meeting with Cabinet Members
Cabinet Room 11:17 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, obviously we’re missing a few members of our Cabinet here today. In particular, John Kerry is overseas meeting on a topic that…
Remarks by the First Lady at the “Drink Up” Campaign Launch
Watertown High School Watertown, Wisconsin 2:43 P.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Thank you, everyone. (Applause.) Thank you so much. Oh, what a warm welcome. Thank you. And thank you, guys. Rest…
Remarks by the First Lady at the “Drink Up” Festival
Watertown High School Watertown, Wisconsin 3:16 P.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Oh, my God — you guys look amazing. (Applause.) Go Goslings! (Applause.) Let me just tell you I feel so…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Cynthia H. Akuetteh – Ambassador to the Gabonese Republic and the Democratic…
Readout of the President’s Calls with Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and Prime Minister-Elect Tony Abbott of Australia
The President called Prime Minister-elect Tony Abbott last night to congratulate him and the Opposition Coalition for his success in the Australia federal election on September 7. The President and…