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Date Set for Entry-Into-Force of the U.S.-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement
Posted by on October 23, 2012 at 12:53 PM EDTU.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk and Panamanian Minister of Commerce and Industry Ricardo Quijano signed a letter exchange setting October 31, 2012 for the entry-into-force of the U.S.-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement (TPA).
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Youth Development through Self Learning
Posted by on October 10, 2012 at 4:45 PM EDTDr. Samuel G. Roberson Sr. is currently a Program Specialist, 4-H & Youth Development Prairie View A&M University Cooperative Extension Program in Texas. With the support and encouragement as a child to do more, Samuel has committed his entire life to helping youth realize their full potential. While pursuing his PhD at Texas A&M University researching youth development, Samuel discovered 4-H. He believes the emphasis by 4-H programs on hands-on learning is directly correlated to the creative mischief that he experimented with in open fields as child.
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Make the Best Better
Posted by on October 10, 2012 at 4:27 PM EDTChamonix Mejia has been an active 4-H member for the past 11 years. Chamonix strives to encourage 4-H members to realize the many ways they can improve their lives. She lives by the 4-H motto, "To Make the Best Better." Through her activity in 4-H, Chamonix works to help others help themselves.
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Latino Art Exhibit in the White House
Posted by on October 7, 2012 at 9:13 AM EDTThis year in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at the White House visitors to the East Wing will enjoy select artworks from the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Collection of Latino Art from September 15, 2012 to October 15, 2012
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Growing a Healthy Community
Posted by on October 4, 2012 at 2:21 PM EDTMaria Emee M. Nisnisan has been a member of the Houston Royal Oaks Lions Club since 2004. Maria believes education is the key to empowerment. She uses her skills as a registered nurse to provide healthcare access to undeserved populations.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at the Naval Observatory
Posted by on September 27, 2012 at 5:46 PM EDTVice President and Dr. Biden hosted their 4th annual reception in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, applauding the contributions of the Hispanic American community.
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Government as a Connector
Posted by on September 27, 2012 at 3:48 PM EDTDoug Matthews is the Chief Communications Director of Austin, Texas, working to define "government as a connector." In the past two years, Doug has helped launch one of the largest municipal open source websites in the nation, including a portal for open data, and a partnership with Code for America.
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Community Engagement and Civic Collaboration
Posted by on September 27, 2012 at 3:17 PM EDTAs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's first Chief Innovation Officer, Adel Ebeid works hard to develop impactful partnerships with community-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and residents in order to positively influence social outcomes in under-resourced neighborhoods.
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Innovation through Service: Lead Growth in Your Communities, for Our Future
Posted by on September 25, 2012 at 11:51 AM EDTThe White House recently recognized the service of our Red Cross, Kiwanis and AmeriCorps Champions of Change. Their work to build resilient communities at home and abroad has empowered individuals to save lives, take action, foster essential organizational relationships and create widespread community networks.
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Photo Gallery: Behind the Scenes in August 2012
Posted by on September 24, 2012 at 12:30 PM EDTCheck out the latest release from the White House Photo Office.
