CATEGORY: July 2011
Statement from the Press Secretary on the President’s Meeting with His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama
The President met this morning at the White House with His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama. The President reiterated his strong support for the preservation of the unique religious, cultural, and linguistic traditions of Tibet and the Tibetan people throughout the world. He underscored the importance of the protection of human rights of Tibetans in China. The President commended the Dalai Lama’s... [Read more]
Remarks by the President in Presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Chaplain Rutherford. Please be seated. Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to the White House as we present our nation’s highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, to an extraordinary American soldier —- Sergeant First Class Leroy Petry. This is a historic occasion. Last fall, I was privileged to present the Medal of Honor to Staff Sergeant Salvatore... [Read more]
Press Conference by the President
THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody. As you know, yesterday we had another meeting with the congressional leaders. We’re not having one today, so I thought it would be useful to give you guys an update on where we are. All the congressional leaders have reiterated the desire to make sure that the United States does not default on our obligations, and that the full faith and credit of the... [Read more]
President Obama Announces Presidential Delegation to the Federal Republic of Germany to Attend the Women’s World Cup Final
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Federal Republic of Germany to attend the Women’s World Cup Final on July17, 2011 between the United States of America and Japan. The Honorable Dr. Jill Biden will lead the delegation. Members of the Presidential Delegation: The Honorable Philip D. Murphy, United States Ambassador to the Federal Republic... [Read more]
Statement by President Obama on Congressman Dale Kildee’s Retirement
For more than 30 years, Dale Kildee has never forgotten the people he represents or what drives his work in the United States Congress. As a teacher, state legislator and Congressman, Dale made fighting for the families he represents his top priority and worked to improve education in Michigan and across the nation. We will miss Dale’s voice in Congress. Michelle and I wish him well and... [Read more]
Dr. Jill Biden to Lead Presidential Delegation to the Federal Republic of Germany to Attend the Women’s World Cup Final
Washington, DC – On Sunday, July 17th, Dr. Jill Biden will lead a Presidential Delegation to Frankfurt, Germany for the Women’s World Cup Final between the United States of America and Japan. This is the sixth FIFA Women’s World Cup competition, the world championship for women’s national association soccer teams. The United States continues to be a force in women’s soccer, with... [Read more]
Op-ed by Vice President Biden: Delivering the Accountable Government that Taxpayers Deserve
The full text of the op-ed by Vice President Joe Biden is printed below. The piece titled, “Delivering the Accountable Government that Taxpayers Deserve” was published today in McClatchy Newspapers. Delivering the Accountable Government that Taxpayers Deserve By Vice President Joe Biden McClatchy-Tribune Information Services July 14, 2011 Right now in Washington, there is a big debate about... [Read more]
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: David A. Montoya, Inspector General, Department of Housing and Urban Development Chester Culver, Member, Board of Directors of the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation The President also announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration... [Read more]
President Obama Announces Another Key Administration Post
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Bruce J. Sherrick, Member, Board of Directors of the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Dr. Bruce J. Sherrick, Nominee for Member, Board of Directors of... [Read more]
President Obama Signs Puerto Rico Disaster Declaration
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and ordered Federal aid to supplement Commonwealth and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, flooding, mudslides, and landslides during the period of May 20 to June 8, 2011. Federal funding is available to Commonwealth and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations... [Read more]
