 | Tuesday, May 10, 2011 |
Join the
Conversation on Immigration Reform
Today at 3:30 p.m.
EDT (1:30 p.m. MDT), President Obama will lay out his vision for an immigration
system for America's 21st century economy. Here are a few ways you can get
involved:
- Watch the speech live at WhiteHouse.gov/live
- Join the conversation on Twitter using the hashtag
#immigration
First Lady Michelle Obama participates in the “Pit Crew
Challenge” station during an event with the President's Council on Fitness,
Sports and Nutrition on the South Lawn of the White House, May 9, 2011. The
First Lady visited seven activity stations during the event, which helped
promote both the Let's Move! and Joining Forces initiatives. (Official White
House Photo by Chuck Kennedy)
In Case You Missed
It
Supporting
Military Families and Let’s Move!
First Lady Michelle Obama announced new collaborations to support our military families and ensure that everyone can get out and get moving. Starting June 1, service members and their families will be able to visit the websites of the organizations to sign up for free sportsclub memberships and personal training.
First Lady Michelle Obama announced new collaborations to support our military families and ensure that everyone can get out and get moving. Starting June 1, service members and their families will be able to visit the websites of the organizations to sign up for free sportsclub memberships and personal training.
On Wednesday, May 11, CBS News will conduct a special Town Hall on the economy
with President Obama. Now's your chance to submit questions.
Today’s
Health Care Court Cases
Today, judges of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in Virginia will hear arguments in two cases challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act.
Today, judges of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in Virginia will hear arguments in two cases challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act.
Today's Schedule
All times are
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
9:30 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the
Presidential Daily Briefing
10:30 AM: The President departs the White House en route
Andrews Air Force Base
10:45 AM: The President departs Andrews Air Force Base en
route El Paso, Texas
2:40 PM: The President arrives in El Paso, Texas
3:15 PM: The Vice President hosts a meeting with a bipartisan,
bicameral group of Members of Congress to continue work on a legislative
framework for comprehensive deficit reduction
3:30 PM: The President delivers a speech on importance of
fixing the broken immigration system for our nation’s 21st century economic and
security needs so that America can win the future
4:40 PM: The President departs El Paso, Texas en
route Austin, Texas
6:00 PM: The President arrives in Austin, Texas
6:50 PM: The President delivers remarks at a DNC
event
8:25 PM: The President delivers remarks at a DNC
event
10:15 PM: The President departs Austin, Texas en
route Andrews Air Force Base
1:00 AM: The President arrives at Andrews Air Force
Base
1:15 AM: The President arrives at the White House
Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live
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| Tuesday, May 10, 2011 |
On Friday,
President Obama travelled to Indianapolis to visit Allison Transmissions – a
clean energy company that manufactures hybrid vehicle transmission technology.
The President spoke about his long term plan to protect consumers against
rising oil prices and decrease oil imports while ensuring a cleaner, safer, and
more secure energy future.
White House
Highlights
Latest
Awards Bring US Closer to National High-Speed Passenger Rail Network
May 9, 2011
Ray LaHood, Secretary of Transportation, announces the next steps for high speed rail in 22 carefully selected projects across the country.
May 9, 2011
Ray LaHood, Secretary of Transportation, announces the next steps for high speed rail in 22 carefully selected projects across the country.
Weekly
Address: Clean Energy to Out-Innovate the Rest of the World
May 7, 2011
Speaking from a hybrid vehicle transmission company in Indiana, the President explains how investments in a clean energy economy are the only solution to high gas prices in the long term.
May 7, 2011
Speaking from a hybrid vehicle transmission company in Indiana, the President explains how investments in a clean energy economy are the only solution to high gas prices in the long term.
The
'America's Next Top Energy Innovator' Challenge Begins Today
May 2, 2011Starting today and until December 15, start-up companies can apply for one of the Department of Energy's thousands of unlicensed patents for greatly reduced cost and paperwork.
May 2, 2011Starting today and until December 15, start-up companies can apply for one of the Department of Energy's thousands of unlicensed patents for greatly reduced cost and paperwork.
Weekly
Address: Ending Taxpayer Subsidies for Oil Companies
April 30, 2011
At a time of high gas prices and massive oil industry profits, the President renews his call to end the $4 billion-per-year subsidies for oil and gas companies and invest in clean energy.
April 30, 2011
At a time of high gas prices and massive oil industry profits, the President renews his call to end the $4 billion-per-year subsidies for oil and gas companies and invest in clean energy.
Thank
You Alaska! April 28, 2011
Watch last week’s podcast and webinar on the National Ocean Policy and what it means for the Arctic region.
Watch last week’s podcast and webinar on the National Ocean Policy and what it means for the Arctic region.
Knowing
Where We Stand to Save Money, Improve Efficiency, Reduce Pollution, and
Eliminate Waste April 28, 2011
This week several Federal agencies released the first-ever comprehensive Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Inventory of the Federal Government’s operations in 2010.
This week several Federal agencies released the first-ever comprehensive Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Inventory of the Federal Government’s operations in 2010.
A
Clear Commitment to Clean Water for America April 27, 2011
A multi-agency national clean water framework was released on Wednesday, emphasizing the Administration’s commitment toward protecting the health and longevity of America’s water resources.
A multi-agency national clean water framework was released on Wednesday, emphasizing the Administration’s commitment toward protecting the health and longevity of America’s water resources.
Drawing
Inspiration on Smart Grid Innovation from America’s Youth April 27,
2011
U.S. Technology Officer Aneesh Chopra highlights how America’s youth are engaging in thoughtful discussion and innovative creation of clean energy technologies for our future.
U.S. Technology Officer Aneesh Chopra highlights how America’s youth are engaging in thoughtful discussion and innovative creation of clean energy technologies for our future.
Cultivating
Seeds of Knowledge; Growing a Greener Future for our Nation April 26, 2011
The DOE, EPA, and CEQ launch the Green Ribbon Schools Program which recognizes schools that are working toward teaching environmental literacy in the classroom and are creating ways to decrease their environmental footprint outside of the classroom.
The DOE, EPA, and CEQ launch the Green Ribbon Schools Program which recognizes schools that are working toward teaching environmental literacy in the classroom and are creating ways to decrease their environmental footprint outside of the classroom.
The President’s letter to leaders of both parties in Congress addresses the subject of tax breaks for oil companies.
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 | Monday, May 16, 2011 |
Photostream: Behind
the Scenes in April
Pete Souza, Chief
Official White House Photographer and Director of the White House Photography
Office, releases a new series of behind-the-scenes photographs from the last
two weeks of April 2011.
President Barack Obama shakes hands with a young girl
after arriving at Miami International Airport in Miami, Fla., April 29, 2011.
(Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
In Case You Missed
It
Weekly
Address: Expanding Responsible Oil Production in America
As part of his long-term plan to reduce our reliance on foreign oil, President Obama lays out his strategy to continue expanding safe and responsible domestic oil production.
As part of his long-term plan to reduce our reliance on foreign oil, President Obama lays out his strategy to continue expanding safe and responsible domestic oil production.
National
Small Business Week is Here!
Karen Mills, Administrator of the Small Business Administration, discusses the release of The Small Business Agenda: Growing America’s Small Businesses to Win the Future report. The report details the many things the Administration has done over the past two years to help small businesses do what they do best: create jobs.
Karen Mills, Administrator of the Small Business Administration, discusses the release of The Small Business Agenda: Growing America’s Small Businesses to Win the Future report. The report details the many things the Administration has done over the past two years to help small businesses do what they do best: create jobs.
Strengthening
Social Security and Medicare
This year's Social Security and Medicare Board of Trustees reports show that Medicare and Social Security are strong, but there is far more work to be done.
This year's Social Security and Medicare Board of Trustees reports show that Medicare and Social Security are strong, but there is far more work to be done.
Today's Schedule
All times are
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
8:45 AM: The President departs the White House en route
Andrews Air Force Base
9:00 AM: The President departs Andrews Air Force Base en
route Memphis, Tennessee
11:00 AM: The President arrives in Memphis, Tennessee
11:30 AM: The Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden attend the
inauguration of Mayor Rahm Emanuel
11:30 AM: The President meets with families impacted by the
flooding, state and local officials, first responders and volunteers.
1:00 PM: The President delivers the commencement address
at Booker T. Washington High School, the winner of the 2011 Race to the Top
Commencement Challenge
3:25 PM: The President departs Memphis, Tennessee en route
Andrews Air Force Base
5:15 PM: The President arrives at Andrews Air Force Base
5:30 PM: The President arrives at the White House
5:35 PM: The President welcomes the University of
Connecticut men's basketball team to the White House for a ceremony honoring
their 2011 NCAA national championship
6:55 PM: The President delivers remarks at a DNC event
9:25 PM: The President delivers remarks at a DNC event
Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live
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| Wednesday, May 18, 2011 |
Nominate an
Everyday Hero for the Citizens Medal
President
Obama is asking for nominations for the 2011 Citizens Medal, our nation's
second-highest civilian honor. If you know someone who has performed exemplary
deeds of service outside of their regular jobs, be sure to nominate him or her
before May 30, 2011.
In Case You Missed
It
President
Obama & King Abdullah II of Jordan Discuss Libya, Israel and Palestine and
Change in the Middle East
President Obama welcomes His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan.
President Obama welcomes His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan.
The
Truth About Waivers: Protecting Coverage for Millions of Americans
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is taking action to ensure that workers are able to maintain their existing health insurance.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is taking action to ensure that workers are able to maintain their existing health insurance.
Protecting
Families at the Pump and Expanding Responsible Domestic Oil Production
Heather Zichal, Deputy Assistant to the President for Energy and Climate Change, discusses the Administration’s policies to support safe and responsible domestic oil and gas production.
Heather Zichal, Deputy Assistant to the President for Energy and Climate Change, discusses the Administration’s policies to support safe and responsible domestic oil and gas production.
Today's Schedule
All times are
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
8:30 AM: The President departs the White House en route
Andrews Air Force Base
8:50 AM: The President departs Andrews Air Force Base en
route New London, Connecticut
10:00 AM: The President arrives in New London, Connecticut
11:30 AM: The President delivers the commencement address
at the United States Coast Guard Academy
4:00 PM: The Vice President meets with Senator John McCain
and Senator Lindsey Graham
4:10 PM: The President departs New London, Connecticut en
route Boston, Massachusetts
4:45 PM: The President arrives Boston, Massachusetts
6:15 PM: The President delivers remarks at a DNC event
8:25 PM: The President delivers remarks at a DNC event
9:55 PM: The President departs Boston, Massachusetts en
route Andrews Air Force Base
11:15 PM: The President arrives at Andrews Air Force Base
11:30 PM: The President arrives at the White House
Indicates events that will be live
streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live
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