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Open Enrollment Week 5: December 13 – December 19, 2014

Ed. note: The following is an excerpt from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' blog post on the latest Affordable Care Act enrollment numbers. Read the full post here. From November 15 to December 19, nearly 6.4 million consumers selected a plan in the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) or were automatically re-enrolled, with […]

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Email from President Obama: “The U.S. and Cuba”

Earlier today, President Obama sent this message to the White House email list about his recent announcement on Cuba. Didn't get it? Make sure you sign up for email updates here. Yesterday, after more than 50 years, we began to change America's relationship with the people of Cuba. We are recognizing the struggle and sacrifice of […]

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2014: A Year of Action, Partnership, and Innovation at USDA

Ed. note: This is cross-posted on the U.S. Department of Agriculture's blog. See the original post here. This has been a tremendous year for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the rural families and communities we serve. Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden recently shared a reflection on her most inspirational moments this year. I’m proud of what […]

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Watch: The President’s Science Advisor Answers Your Questions About Climate Change

Watch on YouTube Last month, Dr. John Holdren — the President's science advisor — invited the public to ask him anything about climate change on social media using the hashtag #AskDrH. Since then, he's gotten a lot of questions. Brandon, a seventh-grader, wanted to know if climate change will affect him during his lifetime. A number of […]

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The Year in Review: Our 5 Favorite Joining Forces Moments of 2014

First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden sit with Major General Jim McConville during the Joining Forces initiative event with service members, military spouses, and employers at the Fort Campbell Veterans Jobs Summit and Career Forum at Fort Campbell. April 23, 2014. (Official White House Photo by Amanda Lucidon) We’ve had an amazing year […]

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The Faces of Health Care: Mavis C.

"I have never wanted to ask anyone for anything, but when [the Affordable Care Act] made this surgery possible for me, I just had to write you a thank you letter." read more Fonte: White House

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How Did We Do That? The White House Digital Holiday Decorations

This year, you can interact with the White House holiday decorations! This year, technology is playing a big role in creating the holiday experience at the White House. One of the newest additions to the annual White House Holiday tour is an interactive digital snowscape that allows visitors to become a part of the festive […]

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2014 Has Seen Largest Coverage Gains in Four Decades, Putting the Uninsured Rate at or Near Historic Lows

Earlier this week, the National Center for Health Statistics released new data on health insurance coverage during the second quarter of 2014, the first federal survey data that largely capture the effects of the Affordable Care Act’s first open enrollment period. These new data confirm earlier findings that 2014 has seen dramatic reductions in the share […]

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The Faces of Health Care: Ryan P.

"Having insurance now won’t cure me, but maybe it will give me a chance to take control of my life again someday."   Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, Ryan from Austin, TX was able to find quality, affordable health insurance after enrolling in the exchange in Texas. read more Fonte: White House

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Honoring Our Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families During the Holidays

Holiday decorations at the Naval Observatory Residence, in Washington, D.C., December 3, 2014. (Official White House Photo by David Lienemann) This holiday season, in honor of our service members, veterans, and their families, the Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden dedicated five trees at the Naval Observatory Residence representing each branch of the U.S. Armed […]

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