MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY THE CHAIR OF THE COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY SUBJECT: A 21st Century Strategy for America’s Great Outdoors Americans are blessed with a…
Archive: April 15, 2010
NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE AND REMEMBRANCE FOR VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS OF TERRORISM, 2010 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION There is no greater evil than willful violence against innocents. On this National Day of Service…
NATIONAL PARK WEEK, 2010 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As a Nation, we have a responsibility to protect America’s natural resources and noteworthy landmarks. During National Park Week, we celebrate the diversity, beauty, and…
A PROCLAMATION Millions of Americans fall prey to criminal behavior every year, and still more suffer the physical, emotional, and psychological pain of past offenses. This week, we renew our commitment to supporting crime victims and preventing crimes that threaten…
A PROCLAMATION Since the founding of our Nation, we have met our greatest challenges through the dedication of countless Americans who have given generously of themselves, asking for nothing in return. The American story is a story of volunteers —…
A PROCLAMATION There is no greater evil than willful violence against innocents. On this National Day of Service and Remembrance for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism, we pause to remember victims of terrorism at home and abroad, we honor the…
12:46 P.M. EDT MR. BURTON: All right, so, a couple things here before start. Q Sorry, Bill, can you try to speak louder? MR. BURTON: You bet. Tomorrow the President will host a meeting of the President’s Economic Recovery Advisory…
The following essay penned by Dr. Jill Biden will be featured in the April 23 issue of The Chronicle of Higher Education, and can be found online HERE. Community Colleges: Our Work Has Just Begun Jill Biden I have been…
“Today’s bipartisan Committee vote is an important step forward in our effort to create jobs, save consumers money, and increase energy efficiency. In my State of the Union Address and in the months since, I have called on Congress to…
Michelle and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks. As I was running for this office, I had the honor of spending some time with Dr. Hooks, and hearing about his extraordinary place in…
