"My number one priority is to do what’s right for the American people, for jobs, and for economic growth," said President Obama during a press conference this afternoon on the middle class tax cuts an
n honor of one of the most tasty of American traditions, Thanksgiving, we are serving up five delicious White House videos complete with all the fixin's. From grilling with the New Orleans Saints to c
The President points to a revolutionary new solar plant that will employ 1,000 people and power 140,000 homes. The plant is possible because of the President’s investments in the clean energy economy,
During tough economic times, one of the toughest jobs to hold is as a construction worker. In almost any city or town in America, you're likely to see buildings, projects, or roads left half-done afte
President Obama on the Economy & Financial Reform The President speaks to the media about the strengthening economy and the necessity of financial regulatory reform after meeting with Federal Rese
The President strongly urges both parties in Congress to pass the compromise on tax cuts, unemployment insurance, and job creation. Not doing so would hurt the middle class, those struggling to find w
President Obama speaks to the American Nurses Association about how the Affordable Care Act provides new investments that will help strengthen and grow the nation’s primary care workforce and improve
The President marks the ninth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks as a National Day of Service and Remembrance to honor those who lost their lives. Today, we pause to remember a day that tested our countr
Middle school and high school students from across the country descended on the State Dining Room at the White House today with their award-winning science fair projects in tow. From a robot that play
President Obama urges the Senate to stand up for ordinary Americans and pass the DISCLOSE Act, a bipartisan bill passed by the House of Representatives which will require corporate political advertise
Building Skills for America’s Future Today, President Obama announced the launch of a new initiative Skills for America’s Future - an effort to improve industry partnerships with community colleges to
The President announces that he has accepted the resignation of General Stanley McChrystal, that he will nominate General David Petraeus to take over command of troops in Afghanistan, and that the Adm
With President Obama visiting troops in Afghanistan, Vice President Biden says Congress must extend both the middle class tax cuts and unemployment insurance for the sake of those families and the bro
The President praises Congress for passing a financial reform package that brings new accountability to Wall Street and helps provide economic security to individuals, families and businesses. 【Transc
President Obama holds a discussion on the economy with local families in the backyard of the Weithman family in Columbus, OH. 【Transcript】 THE PRESIDENT: Well, I am -- I'm just thrilled to be here. An
President Obama urges Congress to pass legislation that will help states avoid layoffs of emergency personnel and will save the jobs of 160,000 teachers across the nation in remarks from the Rose Gard
The President was joined at Yongsan Army Garrison in Seoul, South Korea by an estimated 1,400 base personnel and families and several hundred Korean vets. It was a unique and meaningful way to spend V
President Obama announces that the Department of Veterans Affairs, led by Secretary Shinseki, will begin making it easier for veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to receive the benefits and t
President Obama introduces Jacob Lew as his nominee to become director of the Office of Management and Budget. The President praises Lew for his role in balancing the budget when he led OMB from 1998
President Obama speaks about the link between higher education and economic prosperity and calls on the United States to lead the world in the percentage of college graduates in remarks at the Univers
