Category: Feb-2014

“I’m reaching out to some of America’s leading foundations and corporations on a new initiative to help more young men of color facing especially tough odds to stay on track and reach their full potential.” – President Barack Obama, January 28, 2014 “There are a lot of kids out there who need help, who are…

The President will welcome Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to the White House on Monday, March 17.  The President looks forward to reviewing with President Abbas the progress in the Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.  They will also discuss our continuing effort to work cooperatively to strengthen the institutions that can support the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Major child care provider commits to implement nutrition and physical activity standards that align with Let’s Move! Child Care goals WASHINGTON, DC—Today, First Lady Michelle Obama joins the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) and Learning Care Group to announce Learning Care Group’s commitment to providing a healthier environment at 900 schools across the country.…

NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Lisa S. Disbrow, of Virginia, to be an Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, vice Jamie Michael Morin. Robert W. Holleyman II, of Louisiana, to be a Deputy United States Trade Representative, with the rank of Ambassador, vice Demetrios J. Marantis, resigned. Juan Carlos Iturregui, of Maryland, to be a…

This afternoon in the State Dining Room, the President met with foundation and business leaders as well as elected officials and senior administration officials to discuss his “My Brother’s Keeper” Initiative. The President reiterated his belief in the core American value that if you work hard and play by the rules, you should have the…

The first in his family to graduate from college, and the first Hispanic Congressman ever elected from Arizona, Ed Pastor has spent his life fighting to give every American the same chance to work hard and get ahead that this country gave him.  Ed has devoted his 23 years in Congress to helping hardworking families,…

Announces $400 million in new private sector commitments toward ConnectED goal WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama will host the first ever White House Student Film Festival, an event that will showcase the power of technology to boost learning and the Administration’s commitment to bringing America’s classrooms into the 21st century with high-speed internet and…

Vice President Biden called Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk today to welcome the formation of a new government in Ukraine.  The Vice President emphasized that this is an important opportunity not only to bring peace, stability, and unity to Ukraine, but also to restore the faith of all of the Ukrainian people in their country’s…

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Washington, D.C. 7:19 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT:  Well, it is good to see all of you.  And I’ve had a chance to hug you and catch up.  So now it’s all business.  (Laughter.) Let me start by thanking Jim Messina and Jon Carson and all the OFA staff for the great work…

Union Depot St. Paul, Minnesota 2:40 P.M. CST THE PRESIDENT:  Hello, St. Paul!  (Applause.)  It is good to be back in Minnesota.  (Applause.) AUDIENCE MEMBER:  We love you! THE PRESIDENT:  I love you back.  That’s why I came here.  Good to see you. Although, can I just say that when we got off the plane,…