TEXT OF A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT TO THE SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AND THE PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE September 1, 2016 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) My Administration is committed to the ongoing transformation of the Department of …
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Canonization of Mother Teresa in Vatican City on September 4, 2016. The Honorable Lisa Monaco, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and …
NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH, 2016 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Americans have been tested by trial and tragedy since our earliest days -- but year after year, no matter the hardship, we pull through and …
In celebration of today’s opening of the World Conservation Congress, which the United States is hosting for the first time, President Obama last night addressed leaders from Pacific Island Conference of Leaders and the World Conservation Congress, and …
East-West Center Honolulu, Hawaii 6:37 P.M. HST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you. Everybody, please have a seat. Well, welcome to Hawaii. (Laughter.) AUDIENCE MEMBERS: Aloha! THE PRESIDENT: Aloha! ( …
Lake Tahoe, Nevada 2:26 P.M. PDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Tahoe! This is really nice. I will be coming here more often. (Applause.) My transportation won't be as nice -- (laughter) -- but I'll be able to spend a little more time here. First of …
NATIONAL WILDERNESS MONTH, 2016 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION In our Nation's earliest days, a vast majority of North America was wilderness -- from majestic plains and imposing mountain ranges to dense …
The President met today with President Xi Jinping of China. The two leaders commended the progress achieved in strengthening the foundation of the bilateral relationship and committed to continuing to manage differences constructively and expand practical …
The White House Office of the Press Secretary Today, the Obama Administration announced enhanced measures in conjunction with the Chinese government to combat the supply of fentanyl and its analogues to the United States. China has taken several steps …
On September 3, 2016, President Barack Obama met with President Xi Jinping of China for a bilateral meeting on the margins of the G20 Leaders Summit in Hangzhou, China. The two heads of state exchanged views on a range of global, regional, and bilateral …
Today, the United States and China formally joined the Paris Agreement in a ceremony in Hangzhou, China. President Obama and President Xi deposited each country’s official instrument to join the agreement with United Nations Secretary General Ban-Ki Moon …
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LABOR DAY, 2016 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The strongest middle class the world has ever known was not built overnight. It was achieved by men and women who believed that living up to the promise of this …
Remarks of President Barack Obama as Prepared for Delivery Weekly Address The White House September 3, 2016 Hi everybody. Before you fire up the barbecue for the long weekend, I want to talk a little bit about the reason we get to celebrate Labor Day – …
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 02, 2016 President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Opening Ceremony of the 2016 Paralympic Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, …
At this challenging time of President Islom Karimov’s passing, the United States reaffirms its support for the people of Uzbekistan. This week, I congratulated President Karimov and the people of Uzbekistan on their country’s 25 years of independence. As …
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 02, 2016 The United States offers deep condolences to the families and other loved ones of the victims of the explosion in the Philippines’ Davao City, and our thoughts and …
The United States offers congratulations to the people of Sao Tome and Principe on successfully holding free, fair, and transparent elections on July 17 and August 7, and to new President Evaristo Carvalho on his September 3 inauguration. This election is …
Overview Our country’s higher education system, vocational training and workplace apprenticeship programs prepare us for the jobs of tomorrow. In a global market, American workers must continue to lead the way in productivity, service and quality. Advanced …
Our broken immigration system hurts all of us. The status quo creates divisions, depresses wages and weakens labor standards for all workers. Out of fear of being deported, undocumented workers have little recourse against wage theft and other employer …
