Category: 2012
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Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event — Delaware, Ohio
Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, Ohio 3:03 P.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Thank you, guys. Thank you so much. This is so very cool. (Applause.) It is so great to be here. I want to start by thanking Hayden — not just for that wonderful introduction, but for all the hard work that she and so many…
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Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event — Cleveland, Ohio
Tri-C Metro College Campus Cleveland, Ohio 6:11 P.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Oh, my goodness. (Applause.) Oh, yeah. It is always so nice to be in Cleveland. You all, it’s like coming home. (Applause.) Well, I am always thrilled to be here with you all in Cleveland. This is — AUDIENCE MEMBER: We love you! MRS.…
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Statement by Vice President Joe Biden on the Passing of Arlen Specter
Jill and I are deeply saddened. Arlen Specter was a great Senator who lived his life the way he died, with dignity and courage. He was my friend and I admired him a great deal. For over three decades, I watched his political courage accomplish great feats and was awed by his physical courage to…
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Statement by the President on the Passing of Arlen Specter
Arlen Specter was always a fighter. From his days stamping out corruption as a prosecutor in Philadelphia to his three decades of service in the Senate, Arlen was fiercely independent – never putting party or ideology ahead of the people he was chosen to serve. He brought that same toughness and determination to his personal…
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WEEKLY ADDRESS: One Million American Jobs Saved and a Stronger American Auto Industry
WASHINGTON, DC—In his weekly address, President Obama talked about his decision to rescue the American auto industry from collapse and save more than one million American jobs. Some were calling to let Detroit go bankrupt, but the President refused; now the industry is leading the world again and auto sales are the highest they’ve been…
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Statement by NSC Spokesman Tommy Vietor on the Awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to the European Union
The United States congratulates the European Union on being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. This award recognizes Europe’s commitment to the principles of democracy, freedom, and human rights, as well as its efforts to advance these values across the world. In addition, it reflects the spirit and dedication of the Europeans to coexist peacefully in…
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Statement by the Press Secretary on the First Annual International Day of the Girl
On this first International Day of the Girl, the United States reaffirms our abiding commitment to promoting the rights and status of girls here in the United States and around the world. We know that when girls have access to education and health care, are safe from violence, and have equal opportunities to reach their…
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Remarks by the President at a Campaign Event — Miami, FL
University of Miami Miami, Florida 3:26 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Miami! (Applause.) How’s it going, Hurricanes! (Applause.) Can everybody please give Lizzie a big round of applause for that great introduction. (Applause.) It’s good to see your Senator, former astronaut, Bill Nelson in the house! (Applause.) Your outstanding local Congresswomen, Debbie Wasserman-Schultz and Frederica…
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Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event — Castle Rock, CO
Douglas County Fairgrounds Castle Rock, Colorado 12:23 P.M. MDT MRS. OBAMA: Thank you so much. I love you guys. We love you! (Applause.) Thank you so much. I’m so happy to be here. I’m happy to be with you all today. I want to start — we’re going to get it done. We’re going to…
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Remarks by the President at a Campaign Event in Miami, FL
JW Marriott Marquis Miami, Florida 7:17 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, everybody. (Applause.) Thank you. Everybody, please have a seat. (Applause.) Thank you. It’s good to be in Florida. (Applause.) It’s good to be in Miami. Thank you so much, everybody. Thank you. AUDIENCE MEMBER: I love you! THE PRESIDENT: I love you back. …