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President Obama Signs Mississippi Disaster Declaration
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…
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Readout of the President’s Call with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
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…
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Remarks by the President in the State of the Union Address
THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, fellow citizens: Fifty-one years ago, John F. Kennedy declared to this chamber that “the Constitution makes us not rivals for power but partners for progress.” (Applause.) “It is my task,” he said, “to report the State of the Union — to improve it is the…
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Remarks by the First Lady at the Beasts of the Southern Wild Workshop
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…
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Remarks by the President on Manufacturing — Asheville, NC
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…
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Statement by the President on North Korean Announcement of Nuclear Test
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…
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Guest List for the First Lady’s Box at the State of the Union Address
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,…
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Readout of the President’s Call with Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak
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…
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Statement from the President on the Senate Passage of the Violence Against Women Act
Today the Senate passed a strong bipartisan bill to reauthorize and strengthen the Violence Against Women Act. This important step shows what we can do when we come together across party lines to take up a just cause. The bill passed by the Senate will help reduce homicides that occur from domestic violence, improve the…
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Statement by Vice President Biden on the Violence Against Women Act
Today, the Senate passed the Violence Against Women Act with overwhelming bipartisan support. This law has been incredibly effective and I hope the House will vote without delay to renew the law so that we can continue to assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and hold offenders accountable for their crimes. Delay isn’t…