James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 4:09 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. I want to say a few words on a number of topics and take a few questions before the long Labor Day weekend. First, beginning with…
Archive: August 28, 2014
This afternoon the President met with his National Security Council to discuss the situation in Iraq, our ongoing efforts to support the Iraqi government, and our comprehensive strategy to counter the threat posed by ISIL in Iraq and Syria. The…
President Obama will host President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine at the White House on Thursday, September 18. The visit will highlight the United States’ firm commitment to stand with Ukraine as it pursues democracy, independence, and stability. President Obama looks…
The President spoke again today with Chancellor Merkel of Germany concerning the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. The two leaders are very concerned about reports of additional Russian forces in Ukraine. In view of these developments, both agreed that it will…
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Michael P. Botticelli – Director, Office of National Drug Control Policy Seth B. Carpenter – Assistant Secretary for Financial Markets, Department of…
NATIONAL CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARENESS MONTH, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Childhood obesity is one of the most urgent health issues we face in the United States.…
NATIONAL CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Each year, pediatric cancer interrupts the childhood and limits the potential of thousands of young Americans.…
LABOR DAY, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On Labor Day, we honor the legacy of our working women and men who have played a defining…
NATIONAL OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Ovarian cancer is the most deadly of all female reproductive system cancers. This year nearly…
NATIONAL ALCOHOL AND DRUG ADDICTION RECOVERY MONTH, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Every day, courageous men and women take the first step toward reclaiming their…
