Remarks by the President and First Lady at the 2013 White House Easter Egg Roll
THE PRESIDENT: This is Jessica Sanchez, everybody! Give her a big round of applause. (Applause.) Kid President — give Kid President a big round of applause. (Applause.) The Easter Bunny…
Obama picks Indiana Hoosiers to win NCAA Tournament, invites criticism from Republicans
President Obama has filled out his March Madness bracket and has picked the Indiana Hoosiers to win the NCAA Tournament this year. In speaking with ESPN’s Andy Katz, Obama, in…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Presidential Election in Kenya
On behalf of the President and the people of the United States, we congratulate Uhuru Kenyatta on his election as president of Kenya. We also congratulate the people of Kenya…
The “Rebuild America Partnership”: The President’s Plan to Encourage Private Investment in America’s Infrastructure
Investing in infrastructure not only makes our roads, bridges, and ports safer and gives our businesses and workers the tools to compete successfully in the global economy, it also creates…
Complete 2013 Easter Egg Roll Program and Talent Line-up
This week’s final announcement details the program, activities, and talent line-up for the 2013 White House Easter Egg Roll, a tradition in its 135th year and the largest annual public…
Statement by the President on Easter Weekend
This weekend, Michelle and I join our fellow Christians here at home and around the world in marking Good Friday and celebrating Easter. These Holy Days are a time to…
Remarks by the President on Rebuilding America Partnership in Miami, Florida
THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Miami! (Applause.) It is good to be back. You know, I’ve been waiting for spring. I realize I just had to come down to Miami. (Laughter.) It…
President Obama Offers Easter and Passover Greetings
Hi, everybody. For millions of Americans, this is a special and sacred time of year. This week, Jewish families gathered around the Seder table, commemorating the Exodus from Egypt and…
Statement by the President on Intention to Nominate General Philip Breedlove for U.S. European Command and SACEUR
Today I am proud to announce my intention to nominate General Philip Breedlove as the next Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) and Commander of U.S. European Command. For over three…
Statement by the President on Mayor Thomas M. Menino
Boston is the vibrant, welcoming, and world-class city it is today because of Tom Menino. For more than two decades, Mayor Menino has served the city and every one of…