Statement by the President on the Passing of Pete Seeger
Once called “America’s tuning fork,” Pete Seeger believed deeply in the power of song. But more importantly, he believed in the power of community – to stand up for what’s…
White House Announces Additional Guests in the First Lady’s Box — State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, DC – In addition to the six individuals previously announced, the following individuals will be seated in the box with the First Lady, Dr. Biden and Valerie Jarrett, Senior…
White House Announces Additional Guests in the First Lady’s Box — State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, DC – In addition to the 17 individuals previously announced, today the White House announced additional guests will be seated in the box with the First Lady, Dr. Biden…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych
President Yanukovych of Ukraine called Vice President Biden today to update him on the current crisis in Ukraine. The Vice President welcomed the progress made today and urged President Yanukovych…
Excerpts of the President’s State of the Union Address — As Prepared for Delivery
As Prepared for Delivery “In the coming months, let’s see where else we can make progress together. Let’s make this a year of action. That’s what most Americans want –…
The State of the Union Fact Sheet: Opportunity for All
The State of the Union Fact Sheet: Opportunity for All can be found HERE and below. Opportunity for All: Key Executive Actions the President Will Take in 2014 The President’s…
White House Announces First Round of Guests in First Lady’s Box — State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, DC – The following individuals will be seated in the box with the First Lady, Dr. Biden and Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President, at the State of…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Hadi of Yemen
President Obama called President Abdo Rabu Mansour Hadi of Yemen today to congratulate him on the successful conclusion of Yemen’s National Dialogue, a major milestone in Yemen’s political transition. The…
Statement by the President on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Each year on this day the world comes together to commemorate a barbaric crime unique in human history. We recall six million Jews and millions of other innocent victims who…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with President Yanukovych of Ukraine
Vice President Biden called Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych to express U.S. support for on-going negotiations between the government and the opposition to end the current standoff and bring about a…