Economic policy

We must also promote a financial system that is fair and sound for all.

By reducing our dependence on foreign oil, we will make our Nation more secure and improve our trade balance.

He absolutely wants to do more and will do more, as necessary, to ensure that there's a level playing field for American industries and American workers.

I want a country where we're building and we're selling stuff.

I have decided that it is necessary to include these rules of origin ... in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.

Re-authorization of the Bank is critical for U.S. exporters, particularly manufacturers, which account for almost 60% of all U.S. exports, so that they can compete with foreign companies that enjoy far more aggressive support from their…

I want to be clear: This plan will not help folks who bought a house they couldn't afford and then walked away from it.

The Agreement forms an integral part of the Administration's larger strategy of doubling exports by the end of 2014.

We can either keep taxes exactly as they are for millionaires and billionaires, or we can ask them to pay at least the same rate as a plumber or a bus driver.

My administration is committed to ensuring that the United States continues to be the most attractive place for businesses to locate, invest, grow, and create jobs.

Inbound investment has long been an important component of our overall economy.

I will not be satisfied until everyone who wants a good job that offers some security has a good job that offers security.

The middle class is obviously, to our mind, the primary focus of everything that we do in terms of the economic policies we pursue.

I want to see Congress pass the 'Workforce Investment Act' to build on this progress.

I set a goal of doubling our exports by the end of 2014.

The depth of experience these individuals bring in economic and monetary policy, financial regulation, and consumer protection will make them tremendous assets at the Fed.

We need an economy where we borrow less and produce more.

These new rules don't absolve consumers of their obligation to pay their bills, but they finally level the playing field so that every family and small business using a credit card has the information they need to make responsible…