Deepest Condolences for Missouri and the MidwestIn the wake of terrible storms in the
Midwest, the President called Missouri Governor
Jay Nixon to personally extend his condolences, and to tell all of the families of Joplin that they are in his thoughts and prayers.
President Barack Obama talks on the phone with Missouri Governor Jay Nixon, during his visit to Dublin, Ireland, May 23, 2011. The President and Gov. Nixon discussed the deadly tornado that touched down in Joplin, Mo., Sunday night. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
President Obama Speaks to the Parliament in London: “The Time for Our Leadership is Now”This week, the President visited England and delivered an address at
Westminster Hall. He began with a recounting of our shared history, from “a small scrape about tea and taxes” to sacrificing “side by side to free a continent from the march of tyranny, and help prosperity flourish from the ruins of war” Read about this, and about the challenges that both our nations are facing today.
Weekly Address: Reforming “No Child Left Behind” This YearHaving just given the commencement address at Booker T. Washington High School in Memphis, which has made inspiring progress in recent years, the President says Congress must reform No Child
Left Behind to help all our schools thrive.
New Common-Sense Immigration Reforms to Strengthen Our EconomyPresident Obama recently reaffirmed the urgent need to fix our broken immigration system so that Americans can compete and win the 21st century. This week, U.S. Technology Officer
Aneesh Compra participated in a roundtable hosted by
Silicon Valley Leadership Group about the extraordinary contributions immigrants make to our economic well being, and what we need to do to catalyze reform.
Opening New Doors for WomenRead about Attorney General
Eric Holder and National Drug Control Policy Director
Gil Kerlikowske’s visit to Chattanooga to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Release Center - a faith-based residential program for incarcerated women reentering into the community.
Women in America: Continuing the ConversationLast Week, Dr. Rebecca Blank spoke to the members of the Women in Government Relations Education Task Force about the Women In America Report. Read about how people are continuing to discuss the poilcy issues that impact women's lives.
Do you know women like Cynthia, Daisy, & Elizabeth?Last year, the President honored 13 outstanding Americans with the nation’s second-highest civilian honor, the
Presidential Citizens Medal. The individuals who receive this award were Americans who set out to improve their country and their communities through extraordinary service outside of their day jobs. This year, we are proud to ask for your help and would like you to participate in the nomination process.
Saving You Money at the Pump and Protecting the Air We BreatheTo strengthen our economy, save drivers money at the gas pump and reduce harmful pollution in the air we breathe, President Obama has made cleaner, innovative and more fuel efficient vehicles a priority for this administration. Read about the Administration’s new fuel economy labels, which will help consumers decide which vehicle is right for them and their families.
West Wing Week “OCONUS III: A Homecoming of Sorts”Welcome to the West Wing Week! This week, President Obama embarked on a six-day trip to Europe, visiting Ireland, the
United Kingdom,
France and
Poland to engage our allies in the region on a host of issues. While overseas, the President pledged support for those back home affected by devastating tornadoes in
Missouri and across the Midwest.
Photos of the Day
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama greet people as they walk along Main Street in Moneygall, Ireland, May 23, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
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