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Statement by the President and First Lady Congratulating Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
Michelle and I are delighted to congratulate the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family, and all the people of the United Kingdom on the birth of the Royal Princess. On behalf of the American people, we wish the Duke and Duchess and their son George much joy…
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Statement by NSC Spokesperson Bernadette Meehan on Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco’s Meeting with United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed
Yesterday, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism, Lisa Monaco, met with incoming United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen, Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, for consultations as he begins his new role. Ms. Monaco underscored the importance the United States places on rapidly shifting from the military conflict in Yemen to all-party negotiations…
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Remarks by the President at a DNC Fundraiser
Private Residence San Francisco, California 4:30 P.M. PST PRESIDENT OBAMA: Thank you, everybody. Well, first of all, let me just say, Sandy and Jeanne are some of my most longstanding stalwart supporters and I am so grateful to them. They have been with me just about every step of the way, and I’m sure this…
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FACT SHEET: Partnering with Employers to Equip Hardworking Americans with the Skills They Need to Advance into Better-Paying Jobs
Tonight, I’m also asking more businesses to follow the lead of companies like CVS and UPS, and offer more educational benefits and paid apprenticeships — opportunities that give workers the chance to earn higher-paying jobs even if they don’t have a higher education. – President Obama, State of the Union Address, January 20, 2015 Over…
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Remarks by Vice President Biden at a Service for NYPD Officer Rafael Ramos
Christ Tabernacle Glendale, New York 10:18 A.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Governor Cuomo, Mayor de Blasio, Commissioner Bratton, Pastor, thank you for allowing me to be here today and according me the privilege of expressing the condolences of Jill and my whole family to the Ramos family. What handsome boys. I remember a similar occasion…
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Weekly Address: Happy Thanksgiving from the Obama Family
Washington, DC — In this week’s address, the President wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving and reflected on the history of our country and its celebration of diversity. He gave thanks for the many Americans who sacrifice every day, from volunteer workers who serve their communities, to men and women in uniform who serve us all. On Thanksgiving,…
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Obama administration puts off Keystone XL pipeline decision until November
The Obama administration has decided to put off the decision to approve the Keystone XL oil pipeline until after the November elections. In welcoming this delay, senior vice president for the League of Conservation Voters, Tiernan Sittenfeld said, “This is definitely great news. We are very confident as they continue to examine the issues…
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President Obama offers mass clemency to nonviolent drug offenders
President Obama has decided to offer clemency to thousands of people who have been imprisoned for nonviolent drug violations. Anthony Papa, a spokesperson for the Drug Policy Alliance, agrees with this move, in saying, “This would be a positive step toward righting the wrongs of our broken criminal justice system. I hope governors with…
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Obama visits Japan, declares his stance on the nation’s problems with China
At a time of tensions rising in Asia, President Obama visited Japan after almost two decades where the formal proceeding included an inspection of the guard in a ceremony with Emperor Akihito. In speaking with the newspaper Yomiuri Shimbun, he clearly stated his support for Japan, in saying, “The policy of the United States…
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Obama asked to abandon deportation review, Republicans send a letter
With Obama requesting for a review in order to make the deportation process more humane, the Republicans have different ideas – they want him to abandon the review altogether. In a letter addressed to the President by 22 Republican senators, they had this to convey, in writing, “Clearly, the urgent task facing your administration…