Category: Apr2014
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Remarks by the First Lady at Fisher House Family Easter Event
Maryland Fisher House IV Bethesda, Maryland 1:59 P.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Hi, everybody! What are you guys doing in here? Are you making Easter cards? Yes? Well, I’m going to come by and see you. I brought two friends with me today — Sunny and Bo. They’re here! And I also brought some goodies from…
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Statement from the President on Passover
Michelle and I send our warmest greetings to all those celebrating Passover in the United States, in Israel, and around the world. On Tuesday, just as we have every year of my presidency, my family will join the millions taking part in the ancient tradition of the Seder. We will enjoy the company of friends…
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Statement by Vice President Biden on the Passing of Nuala Pell
Jill and I were saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend, Nuala Pell. She and her husband, Senator Clairborne Pell, were among our closest friends. They embraced me in my earliest days in the Senate, after I had lost my wife and daughter. I spent many memorable evenings in their company, and…
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White House Announces 2014 Easter Egg Roll Program and Talent Line-up
The White House announces the program, activities, and talent line-up for the 2014 White House Easter Egg Roll, a tradition in its 136th year and the largest annual public event at the White House. The Easter Egg Roll will take place Monday, April 21, on the South Lawn of the White House and in support…
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Statement by the Press Secretary on the Visit of President Jose Mujica Cordano of Uruguay
President Obama will host President Jose Mujica Cordano of Uruguay at the White House on Monday, May 12. The visit will highlight the close partnership we enjoy with Uruguay and our strong support for the Mujica Administration’s leadership on human rights, social inclusion, and global peace and security. President Obama looks forward to discussing ways…
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Vice President Biden to Travel to Brazil for the FIFA World Cup
WASHINGTON, DC – The Vice President will travel to the Federative Republic of Brazil in June to attend the 2014 FIFA World Cup. While in Brazil, the Vice President will attend a game of the U.S. national team. Additional details about the Vice President’s trip will be released at a later date.
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Readout of the President’s Call with President Hollande of France
President Obama spoke with French President Hollande today about the worsening situation in eastern Ukraine, where pro-Russian separatists, seemingly with support and coordination from Moscow, have intensified their campaign to undermine and destabilize the Ukrainian government. The leaders underscored that Russia will face significant additional costs if it continues this behavior. President Obama noted that…
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Statement by NSC Spokesperson Caitlin Hayden on Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco’s Meeting with Yemeni Minister of Finance Sakhir Wajih and Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Mohammed Saadi
Today, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco met with Yemeni Minister of Finance Sakhir Wajih and Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Mohammed Saadi, at the White House. Ms. Monaco reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to support Yemen’s economic reform and development agenda as a key component of the country’s…
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Readout of the President’s Call with President Putin
At Moscow’s request, President Obama spoke with Russian President Putin today about the situation in Ukraine. The President expressed grave concern about Russian government support for the actions of armed, pro-Russian separatists who threaten to undermine and destabilize the government of Ukraine. The President emphasized that all irregular forces in the country need to lay…
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Readout of the President’s Meeting with the Global Development Council
Today the President met with members of the Global Development Council at the White House. President Obama welcomed the opportunity to hear the Council’s views and reiterated his Administration’s strong commitment to promoting development as a key component of our comprehensive approach to national security. He urged members of the Council to develop additional actionable…