As a representative of the people of New York in the U.S. Congress, Carolyn McCarthy has earned a reputation for principled and compassionate leadership.  In particular, she’s been at the forefront of the issue that brought her to Washington seventeen…

WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Heidi Biggs – Member, Board of Directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service  President Obama announced his intent to nominate…

WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Christopher P. Lu – Deputy Secretary, Department of Labor Michael W. Kempner – Member, Broadcasting Board of Governors Wes Moore – Member,…

The President spoke to Chancellor Merkel today to wish her a speedy recovery following her injury and to congratulate her on the formation of her new cabinet.  The leaders noted the full agenda for 2014, including the Transatlantic Trade and…

This morning, Vice President Biden spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.  The Vice President encouraged the Prime Minister to continue the Iraqi government’s outreach to local, tribal, and national leaders and welcomed the Council of Ministers’ decision to extend…

As Americans, we believe that everyone who works hard deserves a chance at opportunity, and that all our citizens deserve some basic measure of security.  And so, 50 years ago, President Johnson declared a War on Poverty to help each…