Category: Feb-2013

This evening the President, joined by the Vice President and members of his senior staff, convened a meeting with Senate Democrats involved in the bipartisan effort to pass commonsense immigration reform to discuss the progress made to date on this important goal. In the meeting the President reiterated the key principles he believes must be…

“In states that make it a priority to educate our youngest children…studies show students grow up more likely to read and do math at grade level, graduate high school, hold a job, form more stable families of their own.  We know this works.  So let’s do what works and make sure none of our children…

The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Mississippi and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding beginning on February 10, 2013, and continuing. The President’s action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Forrest and Lamar…

The President spoke to Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe today to discuss North Korea’s nuclear test and to consult on steps to respond to this highly provocative violation of North Korea’s international obligations.  They pledged to work closely together to seek significant action at the United Nations Security Council and to cooperate on measures aimed…

MRS. OBAMA:  Hi!  How is everybody?  You guys good?  Good morning! AUDIENCE:  Good morning. MRS. OBAMA:  I am thrilled, beyond thrilled.  You guys excited to be here? AUDIENCE:  Yes! MRS. OBAMA:  Was it a good movie? AUDIENCE:  Yes. MRS. OBAMA:  Oh, wonderful.  I am so glad you all are here to help us celebrate Black…

THE PRESIDENT:  Hello, everybody!  (Applause.)  Hello, North Carolina!  (Applause.)  It is good to be back.  I love coming to Asheville.  (Applause.)  Love coming to Asheville.  Michelle and I always talk about how after this whole presidency thing, we’re looking for a little spot to — (applause) — AUDIENCE MEMBER:  Come on down. THE PRESIDENT:  Come…

North Korea announced today that it conducted a third nuclear test.  This is a highly provocative act that, following its December 12 ballistic missile launch, undermines regional stability, violates North Korea’s obligations under numerous United Nations Security Council resolutions, contravenes its commitments under the September 19, 2005 Joint Statement of the Six-Party Talks, and increases…

First Lady Michelle Obama Dr. Jill Biden Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President The following individuals will be seated in the box with the First Lady and Dr. Biden at the State of the Union Address: Sergeant Sheena Adams (Vista, CA) Team Advisor & Lead Instructor, Female Engagement Team A native of Kauai, Hawaii,…

The President spoke to Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak this morning to consult and coordinate on the response to North Korea’s announced nuclear test.  The two leaders condemned this highly provocative violation of North Korea’s international obligations.  They agreed to work closely together, including at the United Nations Security Council, to seek a range…