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The President, The Vice President, Dr. Jill Biden, and the First Lady participate in a Day of Service and Remembrance marking the anniversary of the attacks on September 11, 2001 at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Ground Zero in New York City, and the Flight 93 memorial site in Shanksville, Pa.
Flight 93 National Memorial Site Shanksville, Pennsylvania 10:28 A.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Thank you so much, Joanne, for that very kind introduction. It is a privilege and an honor to be here today as we pay tribute to the men and women of Flight 93. I want to acknowledge Secretary…
The Pentagon Arlington, Virginia 9:34 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Secretary Gates. Admiral Mullen and members of the Armed Forces. My fellow Americans. Most of all, to you -- survivors who still carry the scars of tragedy and destruction; to the families who carry in your hearts the memory of…
WASHINGTON – In this week’s address, President Obama marked the ninth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks as a National Day of Service and Remembrance to honor those who lost their lives. If there is a lesson to be drawn on this anniversary, it is that the United States is one nation and one…
------- BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION In commemoration of the tragedies of September 11, 2001, we come together as Americans each September to honor the memory of the women, men, and children lost in New York City, in rural Pennsylvania, and at the Pentagon. We…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Saturday, September 11th, President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, Vice President Biden and Dr. Biden will mark the ninth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks at the Pentagon, in Shanksville, Pennsylvania and in Lower Manhattan. On Saturday morning,…
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key administration post: Thomas M. Beck, Board Member, National Mediation Board President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key administration post: …
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key administration posts: Cameron Munter, Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Department of State Pamela Ann White, Ambassador to the Republic of The Gambia, Department of…
Vice President Biden spoke to Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani today to reiterate U.S. Government support to Pakistan during the current flood crisis. Vice President Biden underlined that the United States is standing by Pakistan during this challenging time. He noted that the U.S.…
------- BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Nine years ago, the United States of America suffered an unprecedented national tragedy. On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 individuals from across our Nation and from more than 90 others, lost their lives in acts of…
NOTICE ------- CONTINUATION OF THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY WITH RESPECT TO CERTAIN TERRORIST ATTACKS Consistent with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, 50 U.S.C. 1622(d), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency previously declared on September 14, 2001, in Proclamation 7463,…
September 10, 2010 Dear Madam Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, 50 U.S.C. 1622(d), provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal…
- - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Each year, thousands of children face the battle against cancer with inspiring hope and incredible bravery. When a child is diagnosed with cancer, an entire family and community are affected. The devotion of…
A PROCLAMATION Early in our Nation's history, higher education was not possible for most African Americans, and simple lessons in reading and writing were often conducted in secret. With a unique mission to meet the educational needs of African Americans, Historically Black Colleges and…
A PROCLAMATION Throughout our history, American families have been guided and strengthened by the support of devoted grandparents. These mentors have a special place in our homes and communities, ensuring the stories and traditions of our heritage are passed down through generations. On…
I. President Obama Has Already Signed Into Law Eight Separate Small Business Tax Cuts: In the Recovery Act and subsequent legislation in 2009 and 2010, the President signed the following eight small business tax cuts into law: A New Small Business Health Care Tax Credit A New Tax Credit for…
11:02 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Have a seat, everybody. Good morning. Before I take your questions, I just want to talk a little bit about our continuing efforts to dig ourselves out of this recession and to grow our economy. As I said in Cleveland on Wednesday, I ran for President because…
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Mexico City to attend the Bicentennial of the Independence of Mexico on September 14, 2010. The Honorable Hilda L. Solis, Secretary, U.S. Department of Labor will be the head of the delegation. Members of…
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama designated Austan Goolsbee as the Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers (CEA). Goolsbee, a long time economic advisor to President Obama, is currently a member of the Council of Economic Advisers and Chief Economist of the President’s Economic…
Yesterday, President Obama spoke with Staff Sergeant Salvatore Giunta to inform him that he will be awarded the Medal of Honor for acts of gallantry at the risk of his life that went above and beyond the call of duty. Sergeant Giunta will be the first living service member to be awarded the Medal of…