Weekly Address: A Path Towards a Thriving Middle Class

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Saturday, January 31, 2015             Featured Weekly Address: A Path Towards a Thriving Middle Class In this week's address, the President described the progress our economy has made, laying a foundation for a future that prioritizes middle-class economics. This week, the President will send a budget to Congress centered on the idea that everyone who works hard should have the chance to get ahead. His plan will reverse harmful sequestration cuts and instead make paychecks go further, create good jobs here in the United States, and prepare hardworking Americans to earn higher wages. The President made the case for his budget, and affirmed his commitment to doing everything he can to ensure more Americans can get ahead in this new economy. Watch the President's Weekly Address here.       Top Stories A Historic Visit to India "Chalein saath saath." It means "forward together we go," and it perfectly sums up the President's recent trip to India. The President and First Lady traveled to India this week -- their first time visiting since Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in on May 26, 2014. President Obama also made history as the first sitting U.S. president to visit India twice. READ MORE The Precision Medicine Initiative Yesterday, President Obama launched his Precision Medicine Initiative, which would invest in the emerging field of medicine that takes into account individual differences in people's genes, microbiomes, environments, and lifestyles. While most of today's medical treatments are designed for the average patient, Precision Medicine delivers the right treatment to the right patient at the right time. This approach is already saving lives, giving those in the medical field better options, and helping keep families healthy. READ MORE Protecting the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Last Sunday, President Obama announced his plans to ask Congress to designate the Coastal Plain and other core areas of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as wilderness. Known as "The Sacred Place Where Life Begins," this area sustains the most diverse array of wildlife in the entire Arctic -- from the Porcupine caribou and polar bears, to gray wolves and muskoxen. Bird species from the Coastal Plain also migrate to all 50 states of the country, which means that no matter where you live, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is part of your landscape. READ MORE To see more of the week's highlights, check out the latest edition of West Wing Week.   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Sign Up for Email Updates Privacy Policy Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111

The Precision Medicine Initiative: Treatments Tailored to You

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Friday, January 30, 2015             Featured The Precision Medicine Initiative: Treatments Tailored to You President Obama launched his Precision Medicine initiative today, which invests in an emerging area of medicine that accounts for individual differences in people's genes, environments, and lifestyles. While most of today's medical treatments are designed for the average patient, Precision Medicine delivers the right treatment to the right patient at the right time. With a reliance on research and individualization, Precision Medicine gives data-driven treatments as unique as your own body. Learn more about the President's new initiative and how it could help your family and friends.       Top Stories West Wing Week: "Namaste Obama" This week, President Obama made history by being the first sitting U.S. president to make a second visit to India, before traveling to Saudi Arabia to pay respects to the late King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz. Back at home, the President convened a meeting with U.S. mayors and honored outgoing Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel. READ MORE Advance Estimate of GDP for the Fourth Quarter of 2014 Economic growth in the fourth quarter was consistent with a broad range of other indicators showing solid improvement in the labor market, rising consumer sentiment, increasing domestic energy security, and continued low health cost growth. READ MORE Behind the Budget: The Budget Methods Specialist Listen to staffers from across the Office of Management and Budget discuss the aspects of the budget process that most Americans don't get to see. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 10:00 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing 10:30 AM: The Vice President delivers remarks at the House Democratic Issues Conference in Philadelphia 11:10 AM: The President delivers remarks highlighting investments to improve health and treat disease through precision medicine 12:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Sign Up for Email Updates Privacy Policy Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111

What the President Said in India:

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Thursday, January 29, 2015             Featured What the President Said in India: On his last day in India, President Obama delivered a powerful message to the nation. He spoke about democratic ideals, combating climate change, empowering women and girls, protecting the freedom of religion, and how the two nations can work together to build a brighter future. "I'm here because I'm absolutely convinced that both our peoples will have more jobs and opportunity, and our nations will be more secure, and the world will be a safer and a more just place when our two democracies...stand together," he said. Watch the President's full speech, view the highlights from his trip, and see how our two countries are working together.       Top Stories 4.5 Million Young Adults Have Gained Coverage Since 2010 The uninsured rate among young adults has dropped by more than 40 percent since 2010, corresponding to 4.5 million additional insured young adults. You still have time to get covered in 2015 -- the enrollment deadline is February 15. READ MORE Behind the Budget: The Education Program Examiners Listen to staffers from across the Office of Management and Budget discuss the aspects of the budget process that most Americans don't get to see. A key part of this year's budget is investment in both higher and early education. READ MORE Remind You of Someone? You Should Share These Under the Affordable Care Act, millions of people have gotten quality, affordable health insurance. In a new series of shareable comics, one artist highlights what so many of these diverse Americans have in common. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 11:00 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing 12:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest 3:20 PM: The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of State Kerry 4:30 PM: The Vice President meets with European Foreign Ministers and senior officials 5:05 PM: The President departs the White House 5:20 PM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews 6:05 PM: The President arrives Pennsylvania 7:10 PM: The President delivers remarks at the House Democratic Issues Conference 9:00 PM: The President departs Pennsylvania 9:45 PM: The President arrives Joint Base Andrews 10:00 PM: The President arrives the White House   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Sign Up for Email Updates Privacy Policy Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111

A Healthy Dose of Comics

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Wednesday, January 28, 2015             Featured A Healthy Dose of Comics If you still need to get health coverage in 2015, February 15 is your last day to sign up at HealthCare.gov. Under the Affordable Care Act, 10 million people have gotten quality, affordable health insurance. In a new series of shareable comics, one artist highlights what so many of these diverse Americans have in common. Check out the comics here -- and if any of the comics remind you of someone you know, make sure to share it with them.       Top Stories Email: "Still Want to Enter?" Yesterday, White House Video Director Adam Garber sent an email spreading the word about the 2015 White House Student Film Festival. Any K-12 U.S. student can submit a film that's three minutes or shorter -- and if the film is selected, the student might even get a chance to attend the film festival at the White House. The deadline is February 2, so submit your video today! READ MORE The Highlights of President Obama's Visit to India The President and First Lady traveled to India this week, for the first time since Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in last May. The United States and India are true global partners, both in strengthening economies and strong democracies. From a beautiful parade to a pledge on fighting climate change, the trip was full of important moments. READ MORE Map: Here's How the President's Actions on Immigration Will Impact Your State The President is taking steps to fix our broken immigration system. Check out our interactive map to see exactly how his actions will improve the economy in your state. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 2:45 AM: The President and the First Lady arrive Joint Base Andrews 3:00 AM: The President and the First Lady arrive the White House 1:15 PM: Press Briefing by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Eric Schultz 4:05 PM: The President and the Vice President deliver remarks at the Armed Forces farewell in honor of Secretary of Defense Hagel WATCH LIVE   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Sign Up for Email Updates Privacy Policy Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111

"Chalein Saath Saath"

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Tuesday, January 27, 2015             Featured "Chalein Saath Saath" It means "forward together we go" -- and it perfectly sums up the President's recent trip to India. The President and First Lady traveled to India this week -- their first time visiting since Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in on May 26, 2014. The United States and India are true global partners, both in strengthening economies and strong democracies. From a beautiful parade to a pledge on fighting climate change, the trip was full of important moments. Take a look at the amazing highlights and photos from the trip, and see how our two nations are moving forward together.       Top Stories Map: Here's How the President's Actions on Immigration Will Impact Your State The President is taking steps to fix our broken immigration system. Check out our interactive map to see exactly how his actions will improve the economy in your state. READ MORE The President Calls on Congress to Protect Arctic Refuge as Wilderness President Obama announced his plans to ask Congress to designate the Coastal Plain and other core areas of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as wilderness. Known as "The Sacred Place Where Life Begins," this area sustains the most diverse array of wildlife in the entire Arctic. READ MORE Uniting in Support of Broadband that Works From municipal groups to industry associations, to leaders in Congress and public interest groups, the response to the President's new broadband initiative has been overwhelmingly positive. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 12:25 AM: The President delivers remarks in New Delhi; the First Lady attends 2:50 AM: The President and First Lady depart New Delhi en route Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 7:25 AM: The President and First Lady arrive Riyadh 8:05 AM: The President and King Salman introduce their delegations, hold a bilateral meeting and have dinner 11:30 AM: The President and First Lady depart Riyadh en route Ramstein, Germany 12:00 PM: The Vice President attends a funeral service for former Senator Wendell Ford 5:45 PM: The President and First Lady arrive in Ramstein, Germany and Air Force One refuels   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Sign Up for Email Updates Privacy Policy Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111

Arctic Wildlife, Middle-Class Economics, Affordable Child Care, and More

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Monday, January 26, 2015             Featured "The Sacred Place Where Life Begins" Yesterday, President Obama announced his plans to ask Congress to designate the Coastal Plain and other core areas of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as wilderness. Known as "The Sacred Place Where Life Begins," this area sustains the most diverse array of wildlife in the entire Arctic -- from the Porcupine caribou and polar bears, to gray wolves and muskoxen. Bird species from the Coastal Plain also migrate to all 50 states of the country, which means that no matter where you live, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is part of your landscape. Find out how the President wants to protect one of the country's most pristine places.       Top Stories Weekly Address: Middle-Class Economics In his weekly address, the President shared his plan to give hardworking families the support they need to make ends meet by focusing on policies that benefit the middle class as well as those working to reach the middle class. READ MORE West Wing Week: "B is for Believe" The White House was a flurry of activity during the lead-up to -- and aftermath of -- the President's State of the Union address. The President took follow-up trips to Kansas and Idaho, we hosted the second-annual "Big Block of Cheese Day," and YouTube stars brought their personal flair to the East Room to interview the President. READ MORE How the President Will Help All Working Families With Young Kids Afford Child Care President Obama stopped by the University of Kansas to lay out his plan to help middle-class families who are working hard while trying to raise young children. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 3:00 AM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest and Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes 4:30 AM: The President meets with Congress Party Leaders 5:35 AM: The President and First Lady attend a reception with President Mukherjee 7:05 AM: The President and Prime Minister Modi participate in a CEO roundtable 8:10 AM: The President and Prime Minister Modi deliver remarks at a U.S.-India business summit 9:30 AM: The Vice President hosts a multilateral meeting with Caribbean leaders 11:30 AM: The Vice President hosts a working lunch with Caribbean leaders 2:00 PM: The Vice President delivers the keynote remarks at the Caribbean Energy Security Summit WATCH LIVE 5:45 PM: The Vice President delivers remarks to the Major County Sheriffs' Association/Major Cities Chiefs Association 2015 Joint Winter Meeting WATCH LIVE   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Sign Up for Email Updates Privacy Policy Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111