Weekly Address
President Obama says that Congress should act to keep our nation moving forward.
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Get the Facts
Since his first day in office, President Obama has focused on laying the foundation for an economy built to last. Explore the progress that President Obama has made on the issues that matter most to you, and find out what’s next.
Resources for Americans Affected by the Drought
The Obama Administration is taking all-hands-on-deck approach to one of the worst droughts in more than fifty years. Learn where you can find help.
White House Releases New Mobile Apps
With the relaunch of the entire White House mobile program, it's easier than ever to see what's going on at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave from any device
Health Care Reform and You
The Affordable Care Act means a more secure future for millions of people across the United States. Learn what it means for you.
Helping Responsible Homeowners
President Obama wants to help millions of responsible homeowners save hundreds of dollars each month by refinancing their mortgages. Get the facts.
Joining Forces
First Lady Michelle Obama announces that 2,000 companies have hired or trained an amazing 125,000 veterans and military spouses in the past year through Joining Forces.
Middle Class Tax Cuts
If the House of Representatives fails to act, a typical middle-class family of four will see its taxes go up by $2,200, and America’s small business owners would take a big hit. President Obama refuses to let that happen.
Making College Affordable
New action from President Obama will make it easier for millions of students with federal loans to afford their payments.
We the People
In a response to We the People petitions about SOPA and online piracy, officials from the Obama Administration stress that the important task of protecting intellectual property online must not threaten an open and innovative Internet.
How to Engage with the White House
We want to hear from you. Learn how you can get involved, share your stories, and add your voice to help address the challenges of the 21st century.
The End of the Iraq War
After nearly nine years, the war in Iraq is coming to an end, and our troops are coming home. Check out a timeline of the events that helped to bring the war to a close and learn more about President Obama's efforts to fight for veterans.
The Daily Snapshot
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Your Federal Taxpayer Receipt
Enter a few pieces of information about your taxes, and the taxpayer receipt will calculate how your federal tax dollars are spent.
The Blog
- October 6, 2012 at 5:30 AM EDT
Weekly Address: Congress Should Keep America Moving Forward
In this week’s address, President Obama says that Congress should act to keep our nation moving forward four years after the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression.
- October 5, 2012 at 5:46 PM EDT
What You Missed: WH Office Hours on Empowering Women & Girls Through the Equal Futures Partnership
Samantha Power and Valerie Jarrett take to Twitter for a Q&A about Equal Futures, a new partnership to advance the rights and opportunities of women and girls.
- October 5, 2012 at 5:00 PM EDT
Weekly Wrap Up: Operation Educate the Educators
Here's a quick glimpse at what happened this week on WhiteHouse.gov.
- October 5, 2012 at 9:30 AM EDT
The Employment Situation in September
Private sector establishments added 104,000 jobs last month, and overall non-farm payroll employment rose by 114,000. The economy has now added private sector jobs for 31 straight months.
- October 5, 2012 at 12:00 AM EDT
West Wing Week: 10/05/12 or "Operation Educate the Educators"
Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that's happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.
- October 4, 2012 at 1:00 PM EDT
Office Hours on Equal Futures: Empowering Women and Girls at Home and Abroad
On Friday, October 5th at 2:30 p.m. EDT join Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President and Samantha Power, Senior Director for Multilateral Affairs on Twitter for a live Q&A on the Equal Futures Partnership.
Featured Legislation
Veteran Skills to Jobs Act
Signed: Monday, July 23, 2012The Temporary Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2012
Signed: Friday, June 29, 2012Export-Import Bank Reauthorization Act of 2012
Signed: Wednesday, May 30, 2012Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act
Signed: Thursday, April 5, 2012Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge Act of 2012
Signed: Wednesday, April 4, 2012Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012
Signed: Wednesday, February 22, 2012Temporary Payroll Tax Cut Continuation Act of 2011
Signed: Friday, December 23, 2011United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Signed: Friday, October 21, 2011United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Signed: Friday, October 21, 2011United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Signed: Friday, October 21, 2011America Invents Act
Signed: Friday, September 16, 2011Budget Control Act of 2011
Signed: Tuesday, August 2, 2011
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PHOTO of the DAY
Dr. Jill Biden and General Ray Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army, make a toast with sparkling cider before the “Operation Educate the Educators” event at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., Oct. 3, 2012. The event celebrated the 100 colleges and universities that have signed on to the Joining Forces commitment to help prepare educators and develop school cultures that are more responsive to the needs of children in military families. (Official White House Photo by David Lienemann)
