What Government Did Today

The President discusses the state of the economy amidst positive signs from the GDP. Making clear that this is little comfort to those struggling, he notes that we appear to have averted an even worse disaster and offers hope for the time ahead

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Weekly Address: This Economic Storm Will Pass

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________ EMBARGOED UNTIL 6:00 AM ET, SATURDAY, August 1, 2009 WEEKLY ADDRESS: President Obama Says GDP Numbers Show Recovery Act Working; Long-Term Investments Still Needed WASHINGTON – In this week’s address, President Barack Obama said the newly released GDP numbers are an indication that the Recovery Act is working, but that long–term investments in innovation are needed to ensure our nation’s long-term economic growth. By training the highest skilled workforce in the world, reforming the health care system to free business from spiraling costs, and building a green energy economy, we will create a new foundation that will encourage the innovation needed to move America forward. The full audio of the address is HERE

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Weekly Address: President Obama Says GDP Numbers Show Recovery Act Working; Long-Term Investments Still Needed

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ___________________________________________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                             July 31, 2009   Statement from White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs The President was deeply saddened by the death of former President of the Philippines Corazon Aquino.  Ms. Aquino played a crucial role in Philippines history, moving the country to democratic rule through her non-violent "People Power" movement over twenty years ago.  Her courage, determination, and moral leadership are an inspiration to us all and exemplify the best in the Filipino nation.  On behalf of the American people, the President extends his deepest condolences to the Aquino family and the nation of the Philippines.

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Statement From The Press Secretary, 7-31-09

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary __________________________________________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                          July 31, 2009 The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Nebraska and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes during the period of June 5-26, 2009. Federal funding is available to State and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes in the counties of Arthur, Box Butte, Cherry, Custer, Dixon, Garden, Hamilton, Keya Paha, Morrill, Pawnee, Richardson, Rock, and Scotts Bluff. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide

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President Obama Signs Nebraska Disaster Declaration, 7-31-09

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary _____________________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release                                                               July 31, 2009 Readout of the President’s meeting with business leaders today: As part of the President’s ongoing outreach to the business community he invited Ivan Seidenberg, CEO of Verizon and Chairman of the Business Roundtable, Mike Duke, CEO of Wal-Mart, Dan DiMicco, CEO of Nucor and Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks to join him for lunch in the Private Dining Room this afternoon. They had a wide ranging conversation about the state of the economy, health care reform and energy during the 75 minute lunch

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Readout of the Presidents meeting with business leaders today

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary _____________________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release                                                               July 31, 2009 NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Edward M. Avalos, of New Mexico, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Commodity Credit Corporation, vice Bruce I. Knight.

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Presidential Nominations sent to the Senate, 7-31-09

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                    July 31, 2009 Statement by President Barack Obama on "Cash for Clunkers" "I want to thank leaders in the House of Representatives for working quickly and in a bipartisan way to pass legislation that will use Recovery Act funds to keep "Cash for Clunkers" going.  This program has been an overwhelming success, allowing consumers to trade in their less fuel efficient cars for a credit to buy more fuel efficient new models. It has given consumers a much needed break, provided the American auto industry an important boost, and is achieving environmental benefits well beyond what was originally anticipated.  The program has proven to be a successful part of our economic recovery and will help lessen our dangerous dependence on foreign oil, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving the quality of the air we breathe.  I urge the Senate to act with the American consumers in mind to pass this important legislation."  

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Statement by President Barack Obama on "Cash for Clunkers"

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                        July 31, 2009 President Obama Nominates Three U.S. Marshals   WASHINGTON, DC – President Obama today nominated the following individuals as United States Marshals: • David Cargill, District of New Hampshire • David Demag, District of Vermont • Genevieve May, Eastern District of Louisiana "These dedicated law enforcement officials have devoted their careers to serving and protecting the American people, distinguishing themselves as the best and brightest at every turn," President Obama said

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President Obama Nominates Three U.S. Marshals

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                    July 31, 2009 President Obama Nominates Four U.S. Attorneys WASHINGTON, DC – President Obama today nominated the following individuals as United States Attorneys: • Daniel G.

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President Obama Nominates Four U.S. Attorneys

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ___________________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release                                                            July 31, 2009 STATEMENT BY THE PRESS SECRETARY: On Friday, July 31, 2009, the President signed into law: S.

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Statement by the Press Secretary on S.1513