WASHINGTON- Heather Zichal, Deputy Assistant to the President for Energy and Climate Change, posted the following blog today on the steps the Obama Administration has taken to reduce harmful air pollution while promoting the nation’s economic growth and well-being. A…
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Palfrey was past president of the American Academy of Pediatrics and has been a pediatric clinician and teacher for over 30 years WASHINGTON – First Lady Michelle Obama today announced that one of the country’s leading pediatricians, Judith S. Palfrey,…
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Connecticut and ordered federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by Tropical Storm beginning on August 27, 2011, and continuing. Federal…
WASHINGTON- Katherine Abraham, Member of the Council of Economic Advisors, issued the following statement today on the employment situation in August. The statement can also be found on the White House Blog HERE The Employment Situation in August…
New Online Engagement Feature Invites Public To Petition The White House Today, the White House announced We the People, a new online engagement feature. On this innovative WhiteHouse.gov platform, individuals will be able to create and sign petitions seeking action…
President Obama spoke to Prime Minister-elect Yoshihiko Noda today to congratulate him on his election. The two leaders underscored the enduring nature of the U.S.-Japan friendship and alliance, and its critical importance to the peace and stability of the Asia…
WASHINGTON – On Monday, September 5th, the President will visit Detroit, MI to celebrate Labor Day with workers and their families as well as discuss his bipartisan efforts to create jobs and strengthen our economy. Secretary of Labor Hilda L.…
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, September 7, President Obama will welcome Jimmie Johnson and other 2010 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers to the White House to honor Jimmie Johnson’s NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Championship. The President will also recognize…
WASHINGTON – On Monday, September 19, the President will travel to New York City, returning to Washington, DC, on Wednesday, September 21. While in New York City, the President will participate in the United Nations General Assembly, attend additional bilateral…
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Vermont and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by Tropical Storm Irene beginning on August 29, 2011, and continuing. The…
