What Government Did Today

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Remarks by the President Honoring the 2009 BCS National Champion Alabama Crimson Tide

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Remarks by the First Lady at the School Nutrition Association Conference

MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES SUBJECT:  Establishing a Task Force on Childhood Obesity   Across our country, childhood obesity has reached epidemic rates and, as a result, our children may live shorter lives than their parents. Obesity has been recognized as a problem for decades, but efforts to address this crisis to date have been insufficient. My Administration is committed to redoubling our efforts to solve the problem of childhood obesity within a generation through a comprehensive approach that builds on effective strategies, engages families and communities, and mobilizes both public and private sector resources. Nearly one third of children in America are overweight or obese – a rate that has tripled in adolescents and more than doubled in younger children since 1980.  One third of all individuals born in the year 2000 or later will eventually suffer from diabetes over the course of their lifetime, while too many others will face chronic obesity-related health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and asthma.

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Presidential Memorandum — Establishing a Task Force on Childhood Obesity

The Central Intelligence Agency today held a memorial service at its headquarters for the seven Americans killed in eastern Afghanistan on December 30th. Family members and more than a thousand Agency officers gathered in attendance, along with guests including President Obama and senior officials from the Intelligence Community, the White House, and the Pentagon, as well as members of Congress.

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President Obama and CIA Director Panetta Speak at CIA Memorial Service

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Guest List For The First Lady’s Box At The 2010 State Of The Union

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Remarks by the First Lady at the Joint Armed Forces Officers’ Wives’ Luncheon

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama nominated Stephanie A. Finley, Robert Booth Goodwin, David J

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President Obama Nominates Five to Serve as U.S. Attorneys

12:00 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT:  Good morning.  Praise be to God.  Let me begin by thanking the entire Vermont Avenue Baptist Church family for welcoming our family here today.  It feels like a family.  Thank you for making us feel that way.  (Applause.)  To Pastor Wheeler, first lady Wheeler, thank you so much for welcoming us here today.  Congratulations on Jordan Denice — aka Cornelia.  (Laughter.) Michelle and I have been blessed with a new nephew this year as well — Austin Lucas Robinson.  (Applause.)  So maybe at the appropriate time we can make introductions.  (Laughter.)  Now, if Jordan’s father is like me, then that will be in about 30 years

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Remarks by the President in Remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

“Senator Dodd is one of my best friends in life.  We served together in the Senate for almost 30 years, and to every meeting, every hearing, every floor debate, he brought a keen intellect and a deep understanding of the subject matter on every issue.  His knowledge and background in foreign policy are matched by few, and his expertise on matters relating to Latin and South America is respected worldwide.  He’s one of the most skilled legislators I’ve ever served with.  I doubt anyone else could have led two major committees simultaneously and had such an impact on two of the most important issues facing us:  health reform and restoring economic stability.  I believe Chris will be long recognized as one of the most significant Senators of my generation.  Every mother, every father, who has had to take medical leave to take care of a sick child or family member has Chris to thank.  His commitment to the children of this country can be best understood by the landmark legislation he championed to protect their welfare. I believe the nation will miss his wisdom, wit and compassion.  I count myself lucky because I know he’s not going too far and will always be source of advice and counsel.  Jill and I wish Chris and Jackie the best as they move on to their next endeavors and know the future holds only great things for their family.”

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Statement by Vice President on Senator Chris Dodd

WASHINGTON – Below please find a statement by President Obama on Senator Byron Dorgan’s announcement today: “Senator Dorgan should be very proud of his more than 30 years of devoted service in the United States Congress and to the people of North Dakota.

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Statement by President Obama