Saturday, 29 December 2012

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Our Favorite Moments on Video

Welcome to the "Best of the West (Wing Week)!" We took some time over the holidays to reflect on a busy year in video, and to bring you some highlights from the archive. But first, a quick wrap up of the President's week.



To comemmorate the end of 2012, we're looking back at the best of Whitehouse.gov videos, blog posts and White House tweets. We're also highlighting some of the best online engagement events of the past year. 

As 2012 comes to a close, we’re looking back at some of the year’s policy milestones, including legislation President Obama signed this summer that stopped student loan interest rates from doubling for more than 7 million students.

It was a busy year for President Obama and his Administration, and a look at some of the most viewed blog posts from whitehouse.gov throughout the year provides a quick snapshot of 2012 at the White House.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST). 

3:00 PM: The President hosts the bipartisan, bicameral leadership of Congress at the White House; The Vice President also attends.


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Thursday, 22 November 2012

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The White HouseThursday, 22 November 2012

Wishing the American People a Happy Thanksgiving


During this holiday season, President Obama gives thanks in his weekly address for all of the blessings we share as Americans, and expresses his gratitude to the brave men and women who are defending our freedom around the WORLD.



WhiteHouse '22, November 2012 ‘Hello Burma’ This week, the President made an historic trip to Thailand, Burma, and Cambodia, attended the East Asia Summit, and pardoned the National Thanksgiving Turkey at the White House with the First Family (WhiteHouse '22, November 2012 'Hello Burma' Minggu ini, Presiden membuat lawatan bersejarah ke Thailand, Myanmar, dan Kemboja menghadiri Sidang Kemuncak Asia Timur, dan dimaafkan Negara Kesyukuran Turki di White House dengan Keluarga Pertama).



WhiteHouse ‘Wishing the American People a Happy Thanksgiving. During this holiday season, President Obama gives thanks in his weekly address for all of the blessings we share as Americans, and expressed his gratitude to the brave men and women who are defending our freedom around the WORLD (WhiteHouse ‘Mengucapkan Rakyat Amerika Thanksgiving’. Semasa musim cuti ini, Presiden Obama memberikan terima kasih dalam ucapan mingguan beliau untuk semua nikmat yang kita berkongsi sebagai rakyat Amerika, dan mengucapkan terima kasih kepada lelaki dan wanita yang berani mempertahankan kebebasan kita di seluruh DUNIA).

Yesterday, President Obama pardoned Cobbler, the National Thanksgiving Turkey. This year marked the first time the American people cast their vote via the White House Facebook page to decide which of two turkeys would receive the honor (though both received a pardon). 

Did you know that before the 1940s Thanksgiving was not on a fixed date, but was whenever the President proclaimed it to be? 


In between the Black Friday sales and the Cyber Monday deals is Small Business Saturday (November 24th) – a day set aside to support the small businesses that play a vital role in creating jobs and economic opportunities all across the country.



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Saturday, 17 November 2012

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The White HouseSaturday, 17 November 2012
Rebuilding New York City

Yesterday, President Obama traveled to Staten Island to promise residents his support as they begin the long process of rebuilding their devastated community just two weeks after Hurricane Sandy tore its path of destruction through the New York City borough. 

Speaking to local residents, first responders, and elected officials, the President promised that he would return to the region again and again, until the rebuilding is complete. 

President Barack Obama meets privately with Damien and Glenda Moore at a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center tent in Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2012. The Moore’s two small children, Brandon and Connor, died after being swept away during Hurricane Sandy. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
President Barack Obama meets privately with Damien and Glenda Moore at a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center tent in Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2012. The Moore’s two small children, Brandon and Connor, died after being swept away during Hurricane Sandy. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

West Wing Week: 11/16/12 or "That's Who We Are"

This week, the President invited fourteen middle-class Americans to stand with him as he spoke on next steps for our continued economic recovery, marked Veteran's Day with service members, veterans, and their families at Arlington National Cemetery, held a news conference in the East Room, and traveled to New York to continue to work on recovery efforts from Hurricane Sandy. 


WhiteHouse - President Obama's Trip to Asia - November 2012. Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes gave us a preview of the President Obama's upcoming trip to Thailand, Burma, and Cambodia, where he will also attend the East Asia Summit and meet with the leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.


Whitehouse - Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that's happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. This week, the President invited fourteen middle-class Americans to stand with him as he spoke on next steps for our continued economic recovery, honored Veteran's Day with veterans, service members and their families at Arlington National Cemetery, held a news conference in the East Room and traveled to New York to continue to work on recovery efforts from Hurricane Sandy.

On Wednesday, President Obama held a news conference to answer questions about his plans for the next four years. He made one thing clear: his job is to help American families and small businesses get ahead in the wake of the recession. 
On Tuesday afternoon, for the fourth year, the White House celebrated Diwali, a holiday known as the "festival of lights" observed annually by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhist throughout India and across the world. 

Last Friday, President Obama laid out his strategy for moving our country forward and reducing our deficit in a balanced way. The President was joined by Vice President Joe Biden – and 14 others stood behind him at the podium.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST). 

10:15 AM: The President hosts the bipartisan, bicameral leadership of Congress at the White House to discuss a balanced approach to reduce the deficit and strengthen our economy; the Vice President also attends 

2:00 PM: The President and the Vice President meet with leaders of civic organizations and other outside groups


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Thursday, 15 November 2012

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The White HouseFriday, 16 November 2012

The President Holds a Press Conference

Yesterday, President Obama held a press conference to answer questions and lay out his plan for the country. He made one thing clear: his job is to help American families and small businesses get ahead in the wake of the recession. 

The President said there's one thing everyone agrees we can do right now to provide a foundation for a solution that helps the economy and gives American families more certainty: prevent taxes from going up for the middle class.

President Barack Obama is introduced as he enters the East Room of the White House for a new conference, Nov. 14, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

President Barack Obama is introduced as he enters the East Room of the White House for a new conference, Nov. 14, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

In Case You Missed It

On Tuesday afternoon, for the fourth year, the White House celebrated Diwali, a holiday known as the "festival of lights" observed annually by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhist throughout India and across the world. 

On Friday, President Obama laid out his strategy for moving our country forward and reducing our deficit in a balanced way. The President was joined by Vice President Joe Biden – and 14 others stood behind him at the podium. 

Facing the task of cleaning up after Hurricane Sandy, a group of former veterans known as Team Rubicon use skills acquired in the military to assist people affected by the storm. Team Rubicon was formed by two former Marines following the Haitian earthquake in 2010. 

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST). 

10:20 AM: The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews 

10:35 AM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews 

11:30 AM: The President arrives New York City 

12:15 PM: The President views storm damage, talks with citizens who are recovering from the storm and thanks first responders who put their lives at risk to protect their communities 

2:55 PM: The President departs New York City 

3:50 PM: The President arrives Joint Base Andrews 

4:05 PM: The President arrives the White House 

4:35 PM: The President hosts cast and crew members of the film Lincoln for a screening at the White House



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Wednesday, 7 November 2012

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Hamden --

I'm about to go speak to the crowd here in Chicago, but I wanted to thank you first.

I want you to know that this wasn't fate, and it wasn't an accident. You made this happen . .  . I will spend the rest of my presidency honoring your support, and doing what I can to finish what we started. But I want you to take real pride, as I do, in how we got the chance in the first place.

Today is the clearest proof yet that, against the odds, ordinary Americans can overcome powerful interests.

There's a lot more work to do.

But for right now: Thank you.

Barack 

Wednesday, 7 November 2012, 13:32



President Obama discusses on going cleanup and recovery efforts along the East Coast in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. (Presiden Obama membincangkan akan usaha pembersihan dan pemulihan sepanjang Pantai Timur ekoran Taufan Sandy).

Up * Close: http://special-events.rt.com/US-presidential-election-2012-up-close/electoral-map/


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The White HouseTuesday, November 6, 2012

Helping Small Businesses through Sandy


Was your small business, or the small business of someone you know, affected by Hurricane Sandy? As Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Karen G. Mills explains, "Getting businesses and communities up and running after a disaster is our highest priority at SBA," which is why the Small Business Administration has resources to help you rebuild your business or your home.


Helping Small Businesses through Sandy

Following a briefing with FEMA leaders and Cabinet officers on Saturday in Washington DC, President Obama stressed the importance of making sure all those who have been impacted by Hurricane Sandy know that help is available for them.

In this week’s address, President Obama thanks the brave first responders and National Guardsmen for their tireless work following one of the worst storms in our nation’s history. 

As recovery and cleanup in the wake of Hurricane Sandy starts along much of the East Coast, people across the country are asking what they can do to offer aid to their fellow Americans.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

2:15 PM: The Vice President Dr. Biden arrive Chicago, Illinois

TBD: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event; The Vice President, the First Family, and Dr. Biden also attend



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The White HouseSaturday, November 3, 2012

Recovering and Rebuilding after the Storm


In this week’s address, President Obama thanks the brave first responders and National Guardsmen for their tireless work following one of the worst storms in our nation’s history, and reassures the millions of Americans affected by Hurricane Sandy that their country will be there for them during the long road to recovery.





Sunday: President Obama traveled to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) head-quarters in Washington D.C. to meet with FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino, and the FEMA regional directors, to ensure federal resources were pre-positioned and plans were in place to support state and local response efforts.

Monday: The President convened a meeting in the White House Situation Room, and received updates from FEMA and the National Hurricane Center on the ongoing response to Hurricane Sandy. Following the briefing, the President urged residents in the path of Hurricane Sandy to follow the directions of their state and local officials.


Tuesday: Tuesday morning, the President and other officials met in the White House Situation Room to receive updates on the impact of Hurricane Sandy. Federal response teams had already started providing assistance to those affected by the storm. And overnight, at the request of the governors, the President approved major disaster declaration for New Jersey and New York, making additional federal support for state and local efforts available.

Tuesday afternoon, the President traveled to the U.S. Red Cross headquarters in Washington D.C. to provide updates on federal efforts to assist with the recovery and cleanup of Hurricane Sandy. He made clear that there was no excuse for inaction, and for federal agencies to do what is necessary to get people the help they need as quickly as possible:

There are places like Newark, New Jersey, for example, where you’ve got 80, 90 percent of the people without power. We can't have a situation where that lasts for days on end. And so my instructions to the federal agency has been, do not figure out why we can't do something; I want you to figure out how we do something. I want you to cut through red tape. I want you to cut through bureaucracy. There’s no excuse for inaction at this point. I want every agency to lean forward and to make sure that we are getting the resources where they need -- where they're needed as quickly as possible.


Wednesday: The President toured New Jersey to witness first-hand the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, and comfort the Americans affected by the storm. The President and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie surveyed the damage from Marine One, then walked the streets of Brigantine, and visited a community center now serving as shelter for displaced citizens. He reminded the American people of our remarkable ability to come together as a country when we go through tough times, and the importance of never leaving anybody behind:

And when you see folks like that respond with strength and resilience, when you see neighbors helping neighbors, then you're reminded about what America is all about. We go through tough times, but we bounce back. And the reason we bounce back is because we look out for one another and we don’t leave anybody behind. And so my commitment to the people on this block, the people in this community, and the people of this state is that that same spirit will carry over all the way through until our work is done.

Recovery and Cleanup: Recovery and cleanup in the wake of Hurricane Sandy has now started along much of the East Coast. As survivors of the storm begin to deal with the aftermath of the giant storm, people across the country are asking what they can do to offer aid to their fellow Americans, and the federal government remains committed to providing all available resources to support affected areas, as directed by President Obama.

We've put together this page to help you find the information you're looking for, whether you want to get help, or get involved in the recovery process.



On Wednesday, President Obama visited Hurricane Sandy survivors in New Jersey and spoke about the recovery ahead.

In times of crisis, Americans look out for one another. Find out how you can help the organizations on the ground provide food, shelter and other services to those in need.

While more work remains to be done, today’s employment report provides further evidence that the U.S. economy is continuing to heal from the wounds inflicted by the worst downturn since the Great Depression. 

This week, with the arrival of the historic Superstorm Sandy, the President worked alongside FEMA officials and the American Red Cross, addressed the nation and federal agencies on emergency preparedness and recovery, and visited with some of those affected by the storm. 

On Wednesday, the President was in New Jersey to witness first-hand the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, and comfort the Americans affected by the storm. 

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). 

10:20 AM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event

12:15 PM: The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event

12:55 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event

2:10 PM: The President departs Springfield, Ohio

2:40 PM: The President arrives Lima, Ohio

3:20 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event

5:00 PM: The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event

5:10 PM: The President departs Lima, Ohio

6:25 PM: The President arrives Joint Base Andrews

6:40 PM: The President arrives the White House


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The White HouseThursday, November 1, 2012

Photo Gallery: Surveying New Jersey Storm Damage

Two days after Hurricane Sandy made landfall in southern New Jersey, President Obama was on hand to witness the devastation, comfort residents, and pledge the full support of the federal government in the recovery effort. 

The President and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie surveyed the effects of the hurricane from Marine One, and then walked the streets of Brigantine, a town near Atlantic City. The two leaders also visited a community center now serving as a shelter for displaced residents.

President Barack Obama Tours Storm Damage in New Jersey

As recovery and clean up begins along much of the East Coast, we know that people across the country are asking what they can do to offer to aid their fellow Americans.

In this week’s address, President Obama highlights the work of the new independent consumer watchdog he fought to create.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). 

9:20 AM: The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews 

9:35 AM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews 

10:35 AM: The President arrives Green Bay, Wisconsin 

10:40 AM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event 

11:45 AM: The President departs Green Bay, Wisconsin 

4:15 PM: The President arrives Las Vegas, Nevada 

5:10 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event 

6:25 PM: The President departs Las Vegas, Nevada 

7:55 PM: The President arrives Denver, Colorado 

9:00 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event 

10:45 PM: The President departs Denver, Colorado


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