Category: May 2014

I congratulate the people of India on concluding their national elections today. India has set an example for the world in holding the largest democratic election in history, a vibrant…

WASHINGTON, DC – In this week’s address, First Lady Michelle Obama honored all mothers on this upcoming Mother’s Day and offered her thoughts, prayers and support in the wake of…

UNO Lakefront Arena New Orleans, Louisiana 10:33 A.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Oh, my goodness! Good morning! AUDIENCE: Good morning. MRS. OBAMA: I am so happy to be here with you…

World War II Museum New Orleans, Louisiana 12:04 P.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Thank you so much. It’s my privilege to be here. As Mary said, I came initially to do…

For five months, fighting in South Sudan has robbed that country of hope and denied its people the peace and prosperity they deserve. The agreement South Sudan President Salva Kiir…

On Friday, May 9, 2014, the President signed into law: S. 994, the “Digital Accountability and Transparency Act of 2014” or the “DATA Act,” which amends the Federal Funding Accountability…

Good morning everyone, it’s really wonderful to be back in Israel, and I want to start by congratulating the people of Israel on your celebration of 66 years of independence…

Walmart Mountain View, California 9:48 A.M. PDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Mountain View! (Applause.) It’s good to be in California. Everybody, have a seat. Have a seat. This is actually my…

Private and Public Sector Commitments and Executive Actions Will Create Jobs and Cut Carbon Pollution Today, President Obama announced more than 300 private and public sector commitments to create jobs…

NATIONAL WOMEN’S HEALTH WEEK, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As Americans, we strive for a Nation…