Ed. Note: Cross-posted from the Department of Treasury’s blog, ‘Treasury Notes’. I’m proud to announce the launch of the completely rebuilt and redesigned online home of the Department of the Treasury. We’ve worked hard to make it easier for citizens like you to find the information you need while upgrading the technology that powers the […]
Today President Obama is traveling to Winston-Salem, North Carolina to visit with students and staff at Forsyth Technical Community College. Forsyth has an innovative biotechnology program that takes recent high school graduates, dislocated workers, and returning students and prepares them for careers in the biotechnology field. In addition to training new workers, they have also […]
On December 8, 2009, the White House issued an unprecedented Open Government Directive requiring federal agencies to take steps to achieve key milestones in transparency, participation, and collaboration. On the one-year anniversary of the Directive, we’re answering your questions on the Administration’s progress and the ideas and practices that are being implemented at the White House and […]
A quick look at the week of November 29th, 2010: Quote: “Some people ask whether America’s best days lie ahead or whether our greatness stretches back behind us in the stories of those who’ve gone before. And when I look out at all of you, I know the answer to that. You give me hope. […]
Click here to see the photo gallery. During a surprise visit to Afghanistan, President Obama speaks to the troops at Bagram Air Base: So on behalf of me, on behalf of Michelle, on behalf of Malia and Sasha, on behalf of more than 300 million Americans, we are here to say thank you. (Hooah!) We […]
Last night, President Obama, Vice President Biden and the First Lady welcomed friends and leaders from the Jewish community to celebrate the second night of Hanukkah at the White House. “So on this second night of Hanukkah,” said President Obama, “Let us give thanks to the blessings that all of us enjoy. Let us be […]
In the coming days, Congress will vote on the DREAM Act – a common-sense piece of legislation drafted by both Republicans and Democrats that will give young people who grew up in the United States a chance to contribute to our nation by pursuing a higher education or serving in the U.S. armed forces. It’s […]
Yesterday the EPA commemorated its 40th anniversary. It was a time to reflect on the many ways EPA has protected the air we breathe, safeguarded the water that flows into our homes, and cared for the land where we build our communities and grow our food. Many Americans may not remember what life was like […]
Are you 21 or younger? Keep reading. The United States is setting the agenda for the United Nations Security Council during the month of December, and Ambassador Susan Rice wants to bring your voice into one of the world’s most important decision-making bodies. From December 2-14, you have a chance to call attention to an […]
Today’s employment report shows that private sector payrolls increased by 50,000 in November, lower than expectations, but continuing eleven consecutive months of private sector job growth. The pace was not enough to prevent the unemployment rate from climbing to 9.8 percent. While the overall trend of economic data over the past two months has been […]
