Category: September 2011

Several months ago, the United States announced that we would not participate in the 10-year commemoration of the 2001 Durban Conference. Consistent with that decision, we are not attending today’s high level event in New York. Since its inception at the 2001 World Conference Against Racism in Durban, South Africa, the Durban process has included…

“To stop disease that spreads across borders, we must strengthen our systems of public health. We will continue the fight against HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. We will focus on the health of mothers and children. And we must come together to prevent, detect, and fight every kind of biological danger – whether it is a…

WASHINGTON- Today, President Obama nominated Michael A. Hughes to serve as a U.S. Marshal for the Superior Court for the District of Columbia. “I am pleased to nominate this outstanding public servant to serve as a U.S. Marshal,” said President Obama. “Throughout his career, Michael has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice.  I am grateful…

WASHINGTON – Today, President Obama nominated Judge Brian C. Wimes to the United States District Court bench for the Eastern and Western District of Missouri. “I am proud to nominate this outstanding candidate to serve on the United States District Court bench,” said President Obama.  “Judge Wimes has a long and distinguished record of service,…

WASHINGTON – Today, President Obama nominated Judge Jacqueline H. Nguyen to the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. “Judge Nguyen has been a trailblazer, displaying an outstanding commitment to public service throughout her career,” President Obama said. “I am honored to nominate her today for a seat on the United States Court…

NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Michael A. Hughes, of the District of Columbia, to be United States Marshal for the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for the term of four years, vice Stephen Thomas Conboy, resigned. Jacqueline H. Nguyen, of California, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Ninth Circuit, vice a…

2:55 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Hello, Cincinnati!  (Applause.)  Well, it is good to see all of you.  It is good to be back in Cincinnati.  (Applause.)  I have to say I drove by the Bengals’ practice — (laughter.)  And I was scouting out some plays in case they play the Bears — (laughter.)  Did I…

On behalf of the American people, I want to extend my best wishes to all those who are celebrating Armenian National Day—in Armenia, in the United States and around the world.  This 20th anniversary of independence, and Armenia’s achievements during this time, show the progress that is possible when people are free to determine their…

“This week, the United States signed a new Declaration on Women’s Participation. Next year, we should each announce the steps we are taking to break down economic and political barriers that stand in the way of women and girls. That is what our commitment to human progress demands.” –President Obama’s Address to the United Nations…

WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: Laurie Garduque – Member, Coordinating Council on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Tyler Jacks – Member, National Cancer Advisory Board Karen J. McCulloh – Member, Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled Joan…