Preview: President Obama's Weekly Address
President Obama's Weekly AddressCopyright: Public Domain
Weekly Address: It’s Time for Congress to Act to Help Responsible Homeowners Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama continues his call for a return to American values, including fairness and equality, as part of his blueprint for an economy built to last.
Weekly Address: America is Open for Business Sat, 21 Jan 2012 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama tells the American people about a series of steps he's taken without the help of Congress to grow the economy and create jobs -- including a new strategy aimed at boosting tourism introduced this week. In next week's State of the Union Address, the President will outline his blueprint for creating an economy built to last.
Helping American Businesses Succeed Sat, 14 Jan 2012 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama discusses steps he's taking to ensure that more goods and products stamped "Made in America" are sold in the United States and around the world.
Weekly Address: Continuing to Grow the Economy in the New Year Sat, 07 Jan 2012 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama shares his New Year's resolution: doing whatever it takes to move the economy forward and ensure that middle class families regain the security they've lost in the last decade.
Weekly Address: Working Together in the New Year Sat, 31 Dec 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama tells the American people that, by joining together, we can move past the tough debates and help to create jobs and grow the economy in the new year.
Weekly Address: The President and First Lady Thank our Troops for their Service this Holiday Season Sat, 24 Dec 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama offer a special holiday tribute to the men and women who wear our country’s uniform and the families who support them.
Weekly Address: Honoring Those Who Served in Iraq Sat, 17 Dec 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama expresses gratitude for the historic achievements of the brave men and women who have served in the war in Iraq -- and welcomes our troops home as we mark the official end to the war.
Weekly Address: Ensuring a Fair Shot for the Middle Class Sat, 10 Dec 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama calls on Congress to do what's right for the American people by extending the payroll tax cut and confirming Richard Cordray to lead a new consumer-watchdog agency that will protect families from dishonest business practices.
Weekly Address: Extending and Expanding the Payroll Tax Cut Sat, 03 Dec 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama calls on Congress to extend and expand the payroll tax cut -- to protect middle class families and ensure that the economy continues to grow.
Weekly Address: On Thanksgiving, Grateful for the Men and Women Who Defend Our Country Thu, 24 Nov 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama wishes the American people a happy Thanksgiving -- and gives a special thanks to the brave men and women serving overseas and those giving back to their communities during the holidays.
Weekly Address: Creating an Economy Built to Last Sat, 19 Nov 2011 10:30:00 +0000 From Indonesia, President Obama talks about his administration's work opening up markets to support thousands of American jobs and keep us on track to double American exports by 2014.
Weekly Address: Honoring Our Veterans for Their Service and Sacrifice Sat, 12 Nov 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama speaks from the USS Carl Vinson in San Diego during Veterans Day, and calls on all Americans to rededicate themselves to serving our brave men and women in uniform as well as they have served us.
Weekly Address: We Have to Increase the Pace Sat, 05 Nov 2011 09:30:00 +0000 Speaking from the University of Pittsburgh, Vice President Biden argues that this month's jobs numbers demonstrate that Congress should pass the American Jobs Act to strengthen our economy and create jobs right away.
We Can’t Wait to Create Jobs Sat, 29 Oct 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama says that we can’t wait for Congress to take action to grow the economy and create jobs and highlights actions he took to help families refinance their mortgages, put veterans to work, and lower the cost of student loans.
Weekly Address: Bringing Home Our Troops Sat, 22 Oct 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama discusses how the death of Moammar Qadhafi in Libya and the announcement that troops from Iraq will return home by the end of the year are strong reminders that the United States has renewed its leadership in the world.
Weekly Address: "Made in America" Sat, 15 Oct 2011 09:30:00 +0000 From a GM plant in Detroit, President Obama highlights the landmark trade agreements passed this week which will support tens of thousands of American jobs, level the playing field for American workers, and help us meet our goal of doubling our exports.
Weekly Address: Making Your Voice Heard on the American Jobs Act Sat, 08 Oct 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama urges Congress to pass the American Jobs Act to put more people to work, put more money in the pockets of working Americans and give the economy the jolt it needs right now.
Weekly Address: Fighting for the American Jobs Act Sat, 01 Oct 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama discusses the letters he receives every day asking for action on jobs and calls on Congress to pass the American Jobs Act right away to cut taxes, create jobs and provide a win for the American people.
Weekly Address: Strengthening the American Education System Sat, 24 Sep 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama explains that states will have greater flexibility to find innovative ways of improving the education system, so that we can raise standards in our classrooms and prepare the next generation to succeed in the global economy.
Weekly Address: Passing the American Jobs Act Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama discusses the need for Congress to pass the American Jobs Act to put more people back to work, and more money back in the pockets of people who are working.
Weekly Address: Coming Together as One Nation to Remember Sat, 10 Sep 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama marks the tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks and pays tribute to the first responders, those serving our nation in the military, and those who lost their lives on that tragic day.
Weekly Address: Coming Together to Remember Sat, 27 Aug 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama pays tribute to the first responders, those who have served, and those who lost their lives ten years ago in the September 11th attacks. Visit Serve.gov for ways to commemorate the solemn anniversary in your community.
Weekly Address: Putting Country Ahead of Party Sat, 20 Aug 2011 09:30:00 +0000 From a farm in the Midwest, President Obama talks about the determination and integrity of the American people and calls on Congress to put aside their differences to grow the economy.
Weekly Address: Getting the Economy Growing Faster Sat, 06 Aug 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama outlines a number of steps that can be taken right away to create jobs and help grow the economy.
Weekly Address: Compromise on Behalf of the American People Sat, 30 Jul 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama urges both Republicans and Democrats to take action to avoid defaulting for the first time in our nation’s history.
Weekly Address: Securing Our Fiscal Future Sat, 16 Jul 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama emphasizes the importance of compromise and shared sacrifice so that we can overcome our fiscal challenges and get our economy on a stronger footing going forward.
Weekly Address: Working Together To Meet our Fiscal Challenges Sat, 09 Jul 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama calls on both parties to come together to find a balanced approach to deficit reduction that lets us live within our means without hurting investments our economy needs to grow and create jobs.
Weekly Address: Cutting the Deficit and Creating Jobs Sat, 02 Jul 2011 09:30:00 +0000 President Obama addresses the need to reduce the nation’s deficit while creating jobs across the country and wishes Americans a happy Fourth of July.
Weekly Address: Celebrating Fathers Sat, 18 Jun 2011 09:30:00 +0000 On Father's Day weekend, President Obama reflects on his experience as a parent and discusses the challenges and necessity of being a good father.
Weekly Address: Partnering with the Private Sector to Spur Hiring Sat, 11 Jun 2011 09:30:00 +0000 The President outlines how the government is partnering with the private sector to ensure workers have the skills they need to be competitive and grow the economy.
Weekly Address: Growing Manufacturing with the Auto Industry Turnaround Sat, 04 Jun 2011 09:30:00 +0000 Speaking from a Chrysler plant in Toledo, Ohio, the President commends the work of America’s dedicated autoworkers, who have helped reinvigorate the domestic auto industry.
Weekly Address: Biden on the American Auto Comeback Sat, 28 May 2011 09:30:00 +0000 Vice President Joe Biden delivers the Weekly Address, celebrating the success of the American auto industry in the wake of Chrysler paying back their loans.
Weekly Address: Replacing “No Child Left Behind” This Year Sat, 21 May 2011 09:30:00 +0000 Having just given the commencement address at Booker T. Washington High School in Memphis, which has made inspiring progress in recent years, the President says Congress must replace No Child Left Behind to help all our schools thrive.
Weekly Address: Expanding Responsible Oil Production in America Sat, 14 May 2011 09:30:00 +0000 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.
Weekly Address: Clean Energy to Out-Innovate the Rest of the World Sat, 07 May 2011 09:30:00 +0000 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.
Weekly Address: Ending Taxpayer Subsidies for Oil Companies Sat, 30 Apr 2011 09:00:00 +0000 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.
Weekly Address: Stopping Oil Market Fraud, Beginning a Clean Energy Future Sat, 23 Apr 2011 09:30:00 +0000 The President lays out his plans to address rising gas prices over the short and the long term, from a new task force to root out fraud and manipulation in the oil markets to investments in a clean energy economy.
Weekly Address: America’s Fiscal Future Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:30:00 +0000 The President discusses his plan for our fiscal future, a comprehensive and balanced approach to achieve $4 trillion in deficit reduction over twelve years.
Weekly Address: President Obama on the Budget Compromise to Avoid a Government Shutdown Sat, 09 Apr 2011 09:30:00 +0000 The President discusses the importance of the bipartisan budget agreement that represents both a significant investment in the United States' future - and the largest annual spending cut in our history.
Weekly Address: Gas Prices & Energy Security Sat, 02 Apr 2011 09:30:00 +0000 Speaking from a UPS customer center as part of the new public-private Green Fleet Partnership, the President discusses his Blueprint for a Secure Energy Future to help free us from oil and boost the American economy.
Weekly Address: The Military Mission in Libya Sat, 26 Mar 2011 09:30:00 +0000 The President says that thanks to our men and women in uniform, the military mission in Libya is succeeding even as responsibility is transferred to our NATO allies and partners.
Weekly Address: American Jobs Through Exports to Latin America Sat, 19 Mar 2011 09:30:00 +0000 Even as the President maintains his focus on international crises in Japan and Libya, he discusses his trip to Latin America to open up markets for US products.
Weekly Address: Women’s History Month & Fair Pay Sat, 12 Mar 2011 10:30:00 +0000 The President pays homage to former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, commends the great strides that have been made to create a more equal American society, and reaffirms his resolve to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act.
Weekly Address: Cutting Waste, Investing in the Future Sat, 05 Mar 2011 10:30:00 +0000 The President calls for Democrats and Republicans to come together on a budget that cuts wasteful spending without sacrificing job creating investments in education, innovation, and infrastructure.
Weekly Address: Traveling the Country, Winning the Future Sat, 26 Feb 2011 10:30:00 +0000 The President discusses his recent travels and the examples he’s seen of how America can win the future. He urges Congress to heed these examples in the coming budget debate and to tighten our belts without eliminating investments in innovation, education and infrastructure.
Weekly Address: Winning the Future at Intel Sat, 19 Feb 2011 10:30:00 +0000 The President speaks from the Intel campus in Oregon about educating our kids for the jobs of tomorrow so we can make sure America wins the future.
Weekly Address: “It’s Time Washington Acted as Responsibly as Our Families Do” Sat, 12 Feb 2011 10:30:00 +0000 The President previews his budget, explaining that it will help the government live within its means, while still investing to make sure America wins the future.
Weekly Address: Winning the Future through American Innovation Sat, 05 Feb 2011 10:30:00 +0000 The President discusses the labs at Penn State as an example of how American innovation, particularly in infrastructure and energy, can create jobs and win the future for America.
Weekly Address: Out-Innovating, Out-Educating & Out-Building Our Competitors Sat, 29 Jan 2011 10:30:00 +0000 The President discusses his visit to a company in Manitowoc, Wisconsin and how it exemplified his agenda for America to “win the future” spelled out in the State of the Union Address.
Weekly Address: "We Can Out-Compete Any Other Nation" Sat, 22 Jan 2011 10:30:00 +0000 President Obama discusses the steps he is taking to make America competitive in the short and long terms, and why he chose GE CEO Jeff Immelt to head up the new Council on Jobs and Competitiveness.
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