Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 685 and H.R. 1209
On Friday, May 23, 2014, the President signed into law: H.R. 685, the “American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act,” which provides for the award of a single congressional gold…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Jacob Zuma of South Africa
President Obama called South African President Jacob Zuma today to congratulate him on his re-election — the African National Congress’s fifth successful election in the post-Apartheid era. The presidents noted…
Remarks by the First Lady at Girls International Education Roundtable
Eisenhower Executive Office Building 11:02 A.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Well, I want to thank you all for taking the time to come. This is — it couldn’t be better timing…
Remarks by the President on Creating Jobs Through Tourism
Baseball Hall of Fame Cooperstown, New York 3:50 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you. There must be some White Sox fans here somewhere.…
Remarks by Vice President Joe Biden at an Official Lunch with President Nicos Anastasiades of Cyprus
Presidential Palace Nicosia, Cyprus VICE PRESIDENT BIDEN: Your Beatitude; Mr. President; distinguished leaders. Let me begin by saying a simple thank you. Thank you for the hospitality that’s been extended…
Remarks by National Security Advisor Susan E. Rice at the Chicago Council Global Food Security Conference
Food Security Challenges for the 21st Century As Delivered Good afternoon everybody. I want to begin by thanking my good friend, Ivo, for that very kind introduction. Ivo and I…
Remarks to the Press by Vice President Joe Biden in Nicosia, Republic of Cyrus
Ledra Palace Hotel Nicosia, Republic of Cyprus 10:23 P.M. (Local) THE VICE PRESIDENT : Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. I want to thank my host and — for the incredible…
Remarks by the President at DSCC Reception — Chicago, IL
Private Residence Chicago, Illinois 6:54 P.M. CDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello! (Applause.) Hello, everybody. Well, it’s good to be in Chicago. (Applause.) Good to be home — now that…
FACT SHEET & REPORT: President Obama Visits Cooperstown to Highlight Travel and Tourism that is Growing our Economy and Creating Jobs
The progress report on the President’s National Travel and Tourism Strategy can be found HERE. As a part of his Year of Action, the President is using the power of…
Statement by Press Secretary Jay Carney on Terrorist Attack in China
The United States condemns the horrific terrorist attack in Urumqi, China today. We are aware of reports that the attack resulted in the death of 31 citizens and the injury…