Barack Obama

Every American who is willing to work for it will have the opportunity for a good job that pays good wages.

We took on a broken health care system.

Nobody who works full-time in America should have to live in poverty.

I am calling for significant investments to modernize our nation's infrastructure.

The United States stands ready to support them in their efforts to achieve peace.

Jobs are about more than just paying the bills.

It's hard to get the other stuff going if you don't have a good job.

We need to stay focused on middle class jobs.

I am proud to nominate her to serve for another term on the United States Tax Court.

The tax system should not give companies incentives to locate production overseas.

The bottom line is that the President will work with Republicans on a package to simplify our business tax code.

That's the kind of approach that we need from America's businesses.

If folks in Washington really want a grand bargain, how about a grand bargain for middle class jobs?

Nicholas Christopher Geale, of Virginia, to be a Member of the National Mediation Board for a term expiring July 1, 2016.

Paige has demonstrated unwavering integrity and a firm commitment to public service throughout her career.

I think the President sees this ought to be our fundamental focus right now in Washington -- how do we create a rising, thriving middle class?

The fact is, is that our minimum wage in this country is at its lowest level in real terms since Ronald Reagan was President.

We can design a broader growth and jobs package without adding a penny to the deficit.

Jim is a natural leader of unquestioned integrity.

I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the authority conferred upon the President by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000.

I know that the FBI will be in good hands long after I've left office.

I applaud the overwhelming, bipartisan majority of Senators who today confirmed Jim Comey to be the next director of the FBI.

Today we are proud to honor the Giants not only for being champions on the diamond, but also being champions for the entire San Francisco community as well.

We cannot allow partisan politics to get in the way of protecting the American people.

I urge the Senate to swiftly confirm Todd Jones, my nominee to lead the ATF.