Barack Obama

There is a spirit of innovation and a spirit of determination, and there is an awareness of the environment and social equity.

I think that we are on track with just a few important decisions that are well within our capacity to make sure that the 21st century is the American century just like the 20th century was.

There's not a country that would not gladly trade places with the United States of America.

Our economy is going to be strong, and we're going to be better positioned to compete all around the world.

I've laid out a series of commonsense ideas to reignite the true engine of our economic growth: a rising, thriving middle class.

Corporate profits have skyrocketed to an alltime high.

We need to create even more good, middle class jobs, and we've got to do it faster.

And I'm going to keep on trying to work with both parties in Washington to make progress on your priorities.

I mean, it's so humbling now on the other side of it to see what, you know, what the government will do for their citizens.

I ask the Congress to consider the enclosed Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 Budget amendments.

On Armed Forces Day, we honor those who serve bravely and sacrifice selflessly in our name.

Based on the process and policy improvements that are already being implemented across the Federal Government, we can continue to modernize the Federal Government's review and permitting of infrastructure projects.

We need to do everything we can to create good, middle-class jobs right here in America.

They serve with integrity and do whatever the country they love asks of them, choosing flag over fortune and service over self-interest.

This modernization shall build upon and incorporate reforms identified by agencies pursuant to Executive Order 13604 and Executive Order 13563.

During Emergency Medical Services Week, we pause to offer our gratitude to these remarkable men and women.

I hereby direct the following: Modernization of Review and Permitting Regulations, Policies, and Procedures.

One of the best ways we can do that is by boosting manufacturing and expanding trade.

In taking steps to improve our infrastructure, we must remember that the protection and continued enjoyment of our Nation's environmental, historical, and cultural resources remain an equally important driver of economic opportunity.

We are bound by a sacred obligation to ensure our service members and their loved ones have the resources and benefits they have earned and deserve.

We can start by modernizing our roads, bridges, and ports.

Reliable, safe, and resilient infrastructure is the backbone of an economy built to last.

My Administration is committed to expanding international commerce that creates jobs and grows our economy.

To advance the goal of cutting aggregate timelines for major infrastructure projects in half, while also improving outcomes for communities and the environment.

My Administration remains dedicated to providing these courageous first responders... with the support they need to aid the American people in their darkest hours.