Showing posts with label Jan 2014. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jan 2014. Show all posts

20140131

The Most-Shared Enhanced Slides from the State of the Union


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The Most-Shared Enhanced Slides from the State of the Union
On Tuesday, President Obama delivered his fifth State of the Union Address to Congress and the nation. Check out some of the most-popular enhanced slides from the address and share them with others.
View the most-shared slides here.
View and share enhanced slides from the State of the Union
 
 

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President Obama Travels the Country to Promote Opportunity for All
Following the State of the Union address, the President traveled around the country this week to talk more about the importance of opportunity for all.
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Mad Men, Working Women, and Fair Pay
As the President said Tuesday, "Today, women make up about half our workforce. But they still make 77 cents for every dollar a man earns." It's time for women to get equal pay for equal work.
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This Is What Members of Congress Got Before Tuesday Night's Speech
Want all the facts? During the State of the Union, we hand out a "pocket card" to Members of Congress so they can get all the facts in one quick, easy to read place. This year we're sharing it with you, too.
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  Today's Schedule
All times are Eastern Time (ET)
9:45 AM: The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing
10:30 AM: The President and the Vice President meet with CEOs
11:30 AM: The President delivers remarks outlining new efforts to help the long-term unemployed; the Vice President also attends WATCH LIVE
2:00 PM: The President participates in a virtual road trip across the country via Google+ Hangout to discuss his State of the Union Address

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Road trip!

 
 
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Road trip!

President Obama's going on a road trip today, and we want you come along for the ride.

All this week, the President's been traveling the country to talk about how we're going to ensure opportunity for all.

Today, he'll take a virtual road trip on Google+, and visit folks across the country just like you. We want you to join him.

It all happens today at 2 p.m. ET -- watch the trailer and join in.

Make sure to join us for our road trip today

 
 

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20140130

Tomorrow: Join a Virtual Road Trip with President Obama on Google+

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Tomorrow: Join a Virtual Road Trip with President Obama on Google+

Tomorrow President Obama will take a virtual road trip across the country via Google+ Hangouts to discuss the issues and policies laid out in the speech with citizens joining from around the country.

Want to come along for the ride? Find out how to participate.

Join us tomorrow for a Google+ Road Trip with President Obama

 

 

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President Obama's 2014 State of the Union Address

On Tuesday, President Obama delivered the 2014 State of the Union Address to Congress and the nation. If you missed it, be sure to watch the enhanced broadcast of his address, featuring charts, graphs, and images that help explain the policies and issues he discussed.

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Advance Estimate of GDP for the Fourth Quarter of 2013

Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers Jason Furman discusses today's report from the Bureau of Economic Analysis, noting that economic growth was solid in the fourth quarter -- a testament to the resilience of American businesses and families.

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A Different Look at the 2014 State of the Union

The White House Photo Office put together a memorable set of State of the Union images -- including behind-the-scenes moments from before and after the speech, President Obama greeting Members of Congress, and audience reactions from during the speech.

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  Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Time (ET)

8:50 AM: The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews

9:05 AM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews

11:00 AM: The President arrives Milwaukee, Wisconsin

11:40 AM: The President tours General Electric’s Waukesha Gas Engines

12:20 PM: The President delivers remarks

2:55 PM: The President departs Milwaukee, Wisconsin

4:15 PM: The President arrives Nashville, Tennessee

5:20 PM: The President delivers remarks WATCH LIVE

6:05 PM: The President departs Nashville, Tennessee

7:35 PM: The President arrives Joint Base Andrews

7:45 PM: The President arrives the White House


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20140129

Happening Now: Virtual "Big Block of Cheese Day"

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Happening Now: Virtual "Big Block of Cheese Day"

Today, with a nod to history (and maybe the TV show "The West Wing"), the Obama Administration is hosting the first-ever virtual "Big Block of Cheese Day." Dozens of White House officials will take to social media for a day-long "open house," answering questions from everyday Americans in real-time on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram and via Google+ Hangout.

Join us now by asking questions using the hashtag #AsktheWH.

Ask your questions now with the hashtag #AsktheWH

 

 

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President Obama's 2014 State of the Union Address

Last night, President Obama delivered the 2014 State of the Union Address to Congress and the nation. If you missed it, be sure to watch the enhanced broadcast of his address, featuring charts, graphs, and images that help explain the policies and issues he discussed.

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Launching Our Bilingual Facebook Page to Continue Efforts to Connect with Hispanic Americans

Yesterday, the White House launched a new bilingual Facebook page to highlight the Administration's efforts to ensure that the ladder of opportunity remains strong for Latinos and all Americans.

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A Day in the Life: Inside the State of the Union with Dan Pfeiffer 

After months of meetings, piles of memos and dozens of drafts, yesterday was gameday -- and Senior Advisor Dan Pfeiffer took over the White House Instagram to give you a look inside the West Wing, as the President prepared for his fifth State of the Union.

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  Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Time (ET)

10:10 AM: The President tours Costco 

10:25 AM: The President delivers remarks on minimum wage 

11:20 AM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

12:15 PM: The President arrives Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

12:30 PM: The Vice President and Dr. Biden deliver remarks on education and job-driven training

1:20 PM: The President tours U. S. Steel Irvin Plant

1:45 PM: The President delivers remarks on retirement WATCH LIVE

3:10 PM: The President departs Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania en route Joint Base Andrews

4:05 PM: The President arrives Joint Base Andrews

4:20 PM: The President arrives the White House


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You should watch this


 
 
Here's what you missed this week.
 
 
 
You should watch this
Last night, millions of Americans watched President Obama deliver the State of the Union, where he shared his plan for making sure that all hardworking Americans have the opportunity to succeed. Because as the President said last night, "It is you, our citizens, who make the state of our union strong."
It was a powerful speech -- an honest assessment of where we are as a country, and a roadmap for the year ahead. But if you missed it, it's not too late. And if you'e got questions about the speech, today dozens of Administration officials are taking to social media to answer them.
Watch President Obama deliver the State of the Union address -- then find out how you can take part in today's Q&A.
Did you miss it? Watch now.
 
 
Have a question about last night's address? Ask today during Big Block of Cheese Day -- our virtual Q&A named for Andrew Jackson's 1837 open house, which featured a 1,400-lb. block of cheese. You can join in on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Instagram, Vine, and Tumblr.
Participate in Big Block of Cheese Day
 
 
Even more
Want all the facts? During the State of the Union, we hand out a "pocket card" to Members of Congress so they can get all the facts in one quick, easy to read place. This year we're sharing it with you, too.
Check out this shareable pocket card and get the quick facts.
 
 
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20140128

TONIGHT! The State of the Union

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TONIGHT! The State of the Union

President Obama gives his fifth State of the Union address tonight. Get the smartest take -- watch our enhanced version, with the graphics and charts you need to get the most out of President Obama's plan for 2014.

Tune in to WhiteHouse.gov/SOTU at 9 p.m. ET, and forward to a friend.

Make sure you're watching tonight at 9 p.m. ET on WH.gov/SOTU

 

 

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The Most Accessible and Interactive SOTU Yet

For the 2014 State of the Union, the White House is rolling out a series of new online features designed to improve accessibility and interactivity. We're making an effort to give you a look inside the State of the Union process -- however you want to engage.

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A Day in the Life: Inside the State of the Union with Dan Pfeiffer

After months of meetings, piles of memos and dozens of drafts, it's gameday -- and Senior Advisor Dan Pfeiffer is taking over the White House Instagram to give you a look inside the West Wing, as the President gets ready for his fifth State of the Union.

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A Day in the Life: Inside the State of the Union with Jay Carney

Yesterday, ahead of President Obama's State of the Union address, Press Secretary Jay Carney took over the White House Instagram to take you behind the scenes (and the podium).

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  Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Time (ET)

7:30 AM: The Vice President and Secretary of State John Kerry meet for breakfast

10:00 AM: The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing

9:00 PM: The President delivers the State of the Union Address; the Vice President, The First Lady, and Dr. Biden attend WATCH LIVE


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