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5/1/2012 |
Presidential Proclamation: Older Americans Month, 2012 |
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America endured great trials and heralded defining triumphs over the course of the 20th century, and the men and women who saw us through that time remain among our Nation's greatest assets. Through their guiding wisdom, enduring love of family, and inspiring commitment to country, older Americans continue to steer and enhance our national life.
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4/10/2012 |
Presidential Proclamation: National Volunteer Week, 2012 |
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Our Nation has been profoundly shaped by ordinary Americans who have volunteered their time and energy to overcome extraordinary challenges. From the American Revolution and the Seneca Falls Convention to the everyday acts of compassion and purpose that move millions to make change in their communities, our Nation has always been at its best when individuals have come together to realize a common vision. |
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2/13/2012 |
President’s FY 2013 Budget Request for CNCS |
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Today President Obama is sending his Fiscal Year 2013 budget request to Congress, including proposed funding for the Corporation for National and Community Service and its programs. |
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1/31/2012 |
Missouri House Resolution No. 244 |
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Whereas, AmeriCorps volunteers have been indispensable to the recovery efforts in Joplin and Duquesne, Missouri, following the tornado that killed 161 residents and destroyed over 7,000 homes, churches, schools and businesses; and
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1/13/2012 |
Presidential Proclamation: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2012 |
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On a hot summer day nearly half a century ago, an African American preacher with no official title or rank gave voice to our Nation's deepest aspirations, sharing his dream of an America that ensured the true equality of all our people. From the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a movement that would push our country toward a more perfect Union. |
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7/7/2011 |
AmeriCorps Director John Gomperts Commentary on Joplin Tornado Volunteer Response |
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Below is a guest commentary by AmeriCorps Director John Gomperts that appeared in the July 7, 2011 edition of the St. Louis Post Dispatch. The commentary highlights the extraordinary volunteer response to the May 22 Joplin tornado and the key volunteer management role played by AmeriCorps in the wake of natural disasters.
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6/23/2011 |
Oral Testimony Before the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training |
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Oral testimony (as prepared) of Robert Velasco II, Acting CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service, before the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training. |
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6/23/2011 |
Written Testimony Before the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training |
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Written testimony of Robert Velasco II, Acting CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service, before the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training. |
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5/27/2011 |
Message from Patrick A. Corvington CEO, Corporation for National and Community Service Friday, May 27, 2011 |
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We are very pleased to announce that President Obama has designated Robert Velasco, II, as Acting CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Robert will serve in this position as the President works to identify a permanent CEO to be nominated and confirmed by the Senate. |
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5/15/2011 |
Commencement Address by Patrick A. Corvington at Hobart and William Smith Colleges |
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Thank you for that gracious introduction. I want to thank President Gearan, and the faculty, trustees and staff of this great institution for awarding me an honorary degree and for the honor of sharing this important moment with the Hobart and William Smith Colleges Class of 2011. Congratulations to my fellow honorary degree recipients – Makiko Tanaka, James Hunter, Thomas Burr and of course, the new President of Knox College, your beloved Provost and Dean of Faculty, Teresa Amott. |
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