President Obama called Democratic Party of Japan President Naoto Kan on Saturday to congratulate him on his election as Japan’s next Prime Minister. The two leaders agreed to work very closely together to address the many issues facing both nations…
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Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden have departed for Egypt, Kenya, and South Africa. While in Egypt, the Vice President will meet with President Mubarak to discuss a full range of bilateral and regional issues. The Vice President…
Chefs Move to Schools program to help educate kids about food and nutrition THE WHITE HOUSE – More than 500 chefs filled the South Lawn of the White House today to join First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! campaign to…
We welcome the election of Mr. Kan as Japan’s next Prime Minister and the President looks forward to speaking with the new Prime Minister soon. Japan is an important friend and ally. Our partnership is crucial to peace and prosperity…
Michelle and I were saddened to hear about the passing of William Miranda Marín. Willie will be remembered for the passion with which he served, as an Adjutant General of the Puerto Rico National Guard, as a government executive committed…
The Government of Israel has stated its desire to avoid a confrontation and a repeat of Monday’s tragic events on the Mavi Marmara. It remains a U.S. priority to provide assistance to the people of Gaza. In the interest of…
A Michelle y a mí nos apenó mucho enterarnos del fallecimiento de William Miranda Marín. Willie será recordado por el fervor con el que trabajó como Ayudante General de la Guardia Nacional de Puerto Rico, como funcionario del gobierno dedicado…
THE PRESIDENT: Everybody knows the Mayor. The Mayor has gathered up a group of local businesspeople. Butch, for example, owns a marina; Terry, a shrimp boat; Floyd, oyster fisherman; and Patti has a convenience store; Chris is the owner of…
CORRECTION: An error in this advisory sent on Friday stated incorrectly that Holcim directly received ARRA funds. May unemployment report, released today, shows economy added 431,000 jobs last month WASHINGTON, DC – Today, as the May unemployment report released this…
“President Obama spoke tonight with Prime Minister Rudd of Australia, and with President Yudhoyono of Indonesia. President Obama expressed his deep regret that he has to postpone his trip to Asia that was scheduled for later this month. The President …
