2 minutes and 24 seconds of action
The President made clear in this year’s State of the Union address that wherever and whenever he can take action to expand opportunity for more American families, he’s going to do it — with Congress or without.
While Republicans in Congress have set records in obstruction and inaction, the President has steadily acted on his own to help build real, lasting economic security for the middle class.
President Obama won’t wait for Congress — find out what he’s done already:
What Climate Change Means for Regions Across America
The Third U.S. National Climate Assessment confirms that climate change is affecting Americans in every region of the United States and key sectors of the national economy.
State and Local Officials Join the President in Year of Action to Raise the Minimum Wage
In the year since the President first called on Congress to raise the federal minimum wage, 10 states and the District of Columbia have passed laws to increase the minimum wage. Connecticut, Maryland, and Hawaii are also lifting their minimum wages to $10.10 an hour, and other states and localities are considering similar legislation.
Taking Action to Attract the World’s Top Talented Professionals
Yesterday, the Obama Administration announced new steps to make it easier for highly skilled workers and talented researchers from other countries to contribute to our economy and ultimately become Americans.
More Than 20 Actions, and Counting:
The President made something very clear in his State of the Union address this past January: Wherever and whenever he can take action to expand opportunity for more American families, he’s going to do it, with Congress or without.
Photo Gallery: Behind the Scenes from January to March 2014
Yesterday, the White House Photo Office uploaded more than 150 photos from January through March of this year, to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what the President and First Lady have been up to.
U.S. to Help Nigeria in the Search for Kidnapped Girls
President Obama discusses the kidnapping of more than 200 teenage girls in Chibok, Nigeria, and says the United States will send military and law enforcement advisors to Nigeria to help rescue the girls.
Continuing to Support National Service Through the Latest Round of AmeriCorps Grants
The Corporation for National and Community Service announces over $205 million in new grants to AmeriCorps programs, which will support over 280 organizations across the country engaged in national service.
White House Social: Teacher Appreciation Week
Yesterday, 22 educators from across the country gathered at the White House for the White House Social for National Teacher Appreciation Week.
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