Weekly Address
Speaking from Carnegie Mellon University, President Obama discusses the vital role advanced manufacturing will have in strengthening our economy and creating good, middle-class jobs.
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Travels with the First Lady
First Lady Michelle Obama travels to South Africa and Botswana during an official visit focused on youth leadership, education, health and wellness.
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Resurgence of the Auto Industry
Check out an infographic highlighting some of the key successes in the auto industry since 2009.
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White House mobile apps
With both an iPhone and Android mobile app, Americans can get alerts directly from the White House, check out behind-the-scenes photos and videos, and read the latest news from the blog or the Briefing Room.
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Joining Forces
The President, Vice President, First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launch the national initiative to support and honor America's service members and their families.
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The Daily Snapshot
Sign up for a quick daily email giving you the photo of the day, the President's schedule, and the best of what you may have missed from WhiteHouse.gov.
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Tax Cut Calculator
Check out our tax cut calculator to learn how the December tax deal will benefit you, both in your taxes for 2011 and in your paychecks right now.
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West Wing Week
Walk step-by-step with President Obama as he address the nation on Afghanistan, travels to Fort Drum to meet with soldiers and their families, welcomes young elected officials to the White House, and talks to mayors from across the country.
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Health Reform in Action
The health reform law, the Affordable Care Act, is making a difference in the lives of millions of Americans like Erick Moberg. He discusses it in a surprise phone call from the President.
The Blog
- June 29, 2011 at 2:02 PM EDT
Commerce Department’s U.S. Census Bureau Announces Management and Structural Reforms that will Improve Efficiency and Cut Costs
The Commerce Department’s U.S. Census Bureau announces the first realignment of its national field office structure in 50 years and management reforms that will improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance data quality.
- June 29, 2011 at 1:51 PM EDT
A Key Legal Victory for Health Care
The Affordable Care Act wins an important victory in court.
- June 29, 2011 at 1:00 PM EDT
National Strategy for Counterterrorism
President Obama's National Strategy for Counterterrorism, which was presented June 29, 2011 by John Brennan, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism in a speech at SAIS.
- June 29, 2011 at 11:30 AM EDT
Mayors Call for Immigration Reform
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Laredo Mayor Raul Salinas explain the importance of immigration reform.
- June 28, 2011 at 6:26 PM EDT
President Obama Tours Alcoa and Talks Manufacturing in Iowa
President Obama travels to Iowa, tours the Alcoa Davenport Works plant and delivers remarks on the critical role the manufacturing sector plays in the American economy.
- June 28, 2011 at 6:19 PM EDT
Pioneering New Frontiers in Technology and Innovation
Carlos Monje, Special Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff of the White House Domestic Policy Council, welcomes the week's NASA Champions of Change, whose work is at the cutting edge of space exploration and technology.
Featured Legislation
FDA Food Safety Modernization Act
Signed: Tuesday, January 4, 2011James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010
Signed: Sunday, January 2, 2011Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act of 2010
Signed: Wednesday, December 22, 2010Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010
Signed: Friday, December 17, 2010Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010
Signed: Monday, December 13, 2010Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act of 2010
Signed: Thursday, July 22, 2010Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2010
Signed: Thursday, July 22, 2010Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
Signed: Wednesday, July 21, 2010Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act
Signed: Monday, May 17, 2010Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010
Signed: Friday, April 23, 2010Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010
Signed: Tuesday, March 30, 2010Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
Signed: Tuesday, March 23, 2010