Tag Archives: Congress

#Infrastructure


Why We Need to Invest in Infrastructure

The United States was once a leader in infrastructure, but we’re slipping. Repairing our crumbling roads and bridges will help position our economy for long-term growth.

“Every time we’ve invested in infrastructure, as Democrats, as Republicans — every time we’ve done it, the economy grows,” said Vice President Biden. “And it grows good, decent-paying jobs.”

Listen to the Vice President explain why we need to invest in our infrastructure:

Video player: Investing in American Ports Infrastructure

 

President Obama and Vice President Biden Honor America’s TOP COPS

The President and Vice President welcomed some of the country’s best law enforcement officials to the White House, honoring their remarkable service and sacrifice.

READ MORE

A Numbers-Based Case for Why It’s Time to Act on Infrastructure

President Obama is calling on Congress to pass a bill to put Americans to work repairing our crumbling roads and bridges — avoiding a crisis in the short term, and helping to position our economy for long-term growth.

READ MORE

Share these words


“Knowing what’s right doesn’t mean much unless you do what’s right.” 

-Theodore Roosevelt

Teens see bullying everyday. They want to help, but don’t know how. Teach them how to be more than a bystander. Share these words and learn how you can motivate teens to take action when bullying occurs.

You won’t believe what this politician wants to do to the climate


 sierraclublogo
Sign the climate petition to British Prime Minister David Cameron:“It is the duty of every nation and world leader to do everything in their power to fight climate change. Don’t imperil our shared earth by cutting subsidies for onshore wind energy or limiting its production!”2008 British floods

Take action today!

Reach Higher


Today, at the University of Texas at San Antonio, the First Lady announced the Reach Higher initiative — an effort to inspire more young people to take control of their future through higher education.

The initiative will focus on things like financial aid, summer learning opportunities, and college visits, to help more students get into college and go all the way.

Learn more about the Reach Higher initiative, and find out how you can get involved.

The First Lady touches the Hokie Stone at Virginia Tech.

First Lady Michelle Obama touches the famed piece of Hokie Stone that football players touch as she goes onto Worsham Field to attend the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) commencement at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Va., May 11, 2012. (Official White