Category: 2012

FEMA Headquarters Washington, D.C. 1:55 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Well, good afternoon, everybody.  Obviously, all of us across the country are concerned about the potential impact of Hurricane Sandy.  This is a serious and big storm.  And my first message is to all the people across the Eastern seaboard, Mid-Atlantic, going north, that you need…

This morning, President Obama convened a call with Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, National Hurricane Center Director Dr. Rick Knabb, and Homeland Security Advisor John Brennan to receive an update on ongoing federal actions to prepare for Hurricane Sandy as it moves toward the United States mainland. The President reiterated his…

WASHINGTON, DC— In this week’s address, President Obama highlighted the work of the new independent consumer watchdog he fought to create, which stands up for consumers and protects Americans from mistakes made by the companies who determine your credit scores.  Republicans in Congress have tried to roll back consumer protections that help prevent big banks…

Elm Street Middle School Nashua, New Hampshire 1:59 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  How’s it going, Nashua?  (Applause.)  Are you fired up? AUDIENCE:  Yes! THE PRESIDENT:  Are you ready to go? AUDIENCE:  Yes! THE PRESIDENT:  This is an unbelievable crowd!  (Applause.) And this is what the weather is always like in late October in New Hampshire…

Michelle and I extend our best wishes for a joyful Eid al-Adha to Muslims in the United States and around the world.  We also congratulate the millions of peaceful pilgrims who are performing the Hajj, including thousands of American Muslims. Throughout the year, Muslims join members of many faiths in serving  those suffering from hunger,…

This morning, President Obama convened a call with FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, National Hurricane Center Director Dr. Rick Knabb, and Homeland Security Advisor John Brennan to receive an update on Hurricane Sandy and ongoing federal actions to prepare for the storm as it continues to move toward the United States mainland. The President directed Administrator…

This morning, President Obama convened a call with FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, National Hurricane Center Director Dr. Rick Knabb, and Homeland Security Advisor John Brennan to receive an update on Hurricane Sandy and ongoing federal actions to prepare for the storm as it continues to move toward the United States mainland. The President directed Administrator…

Earlier today, President Obama called Head Coach Lin Dunn, Finals MVP Tamika Catchings, and C.O.O. and General Manager Kelly Krauskopf to congratulate them and the entire Indiana Fever team on winning the 2012 WNBA Finals. The President said as the father of two girls it’s always great to see women setting a positive example as…

Private Residence La Jolla, California 11:24 A.M. PDT MRS. OBAMA:  Thank you all so much.  (Applause.)  Thank you.  Rest yourselves.  You all have been working very hard to put this event together, so I don’t want you worn out.  Eleven more days.  I want everyone fresh.  (Laughter.)  But thank you so much. I am so…

Orr Middle School Las Vegas, Nevada 2:19 P.M. PDT MRS. OBAMA:  Wow!  (Applause.)  Yes!  (Applause.)  We’re going to do this!  Thank you all so much.  I am so excited to be here.  (Applause.)  Of course, I want to wish you all a happy Nevada Day.  (Applause.) AUDIENCE MEMBER:  Happy belated birthday! MRS. OBAMA:  For who? …