President Obama called President Medvedev this morning to express his deepest condolences for yesterday’s terrorist attack and his solidarity with the Russian people. President Obama reaffirmed his strong condemnation of this outrageous attack on innocent civilians and his commitment to…
With their votes, the American people determined that governing will now be a shared responsibility between parties. New laws will only pass with support from Democrats and Republicans. We will move forward together, or not at all – for the…
Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans: Tonight I want to begin by congratulating the men and women of the 112th Congress, as well as your new Speaker, John Boehner. And as we mark…
In his State of the Union, President Obama spoke of the need to maintain America’s leadership in a rapidly changing world so that our economy is competitive – growing and working for all Americans. To do so, he is putting…
As we monitor the situation in Egypt, we urge all parties to refrain from using violence, and expect the Egyptian authorities to respond to any protests peacefully. We support the universal rights of the Egyptian people, including the rights to…
DECLARACIONES DEL PRESIDENTE EN DISCURSO SOBRE EL ESTADO DE LA NACIÓN Capitolio de los Estados Unidos Washington, DC 9:12 P.M. EST EL PRESIDENTE: Sr. Presidente de la Cámara de Representantes, miembros del Congreso, distinguidos invitados y conciudadanos:…
1:58 P.M. EST MRS. OBAMA: Well, there you go. (Laughter.) And that’s what the South Side of Chicago produces. (Laughter and applause.) Well done. Thank you, Deneen, for that outstanding introduction. Look, it is a pleasure to be…
9:12 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans: Tonight I want to begin by congratulating the men and women of the 112th Congress, as well as your new Speaker, John…