Barack Obama

In addition, we should take steps to continue the Recovery Act program that has already helped millions of unemployed workers pay for continuing their health care coverage.

These are cuts that would not only jeopardize our physicians' pay but our seniors' health care.

America's small businesses are key drivers of job creation.

I know that each of you is committed to continuing our efforts to help America's families and businesses turn the corner on the deepest and most painful recession America has experienced since the Great Depression.

I urge them to stand with America's seniors and America's doctors.

I'm absolutely willing to take the difficult steps necessary to lower the cost of Medicare and put our budget on a more fiscally sustainable path.

BP must do all it can to respond effectively to the situation.

Let me know if you or the people of your state need further assistance.

We can't allow this to happen.

To ease the transition for workers dislocated while the new space strategy is being implemented, the President proposed to dedicate up to $100 million.

Up to $100 million of the funds requested for the Constellation transition in fiscal year 2011

Government can't guarantee success for these companies, but it can knock down barriers that prevent owners from getting loans.

I am proud of the new START Treaty and our joint efforts to reduce our nuclear arsenals.

Discuss the importance of responsible fatherhood and mentoring to build healthy families and communities.

I am pleased that such talented and dedicated individuals have chosen to take on these important roles and devote their talents to serving the American people.

And I'm eager to sign this tax relief and additional lending into law.

I have instructed FEMA to be in close contact with Arkansas Emergency Management officials.

Small businesses will help lead this economic recovery.

I would like to extend heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of those who lost their lives during this horrible flash flood.

Little more than a year ago, the economy was in freefall.

Government can't create private-sector jobs. But it can create the conditions for small business like those represented here to grow and hire more people.

Hundreds of thousands of small businesses are the backbone of our economy.

We may be recovering but we're not yet recovered.

I do hereby proclaim June 14, 2010, as Flag Day and the week beginning June 13, 2010, as National Flag Week.

I'm urging Congress to swiftly approve a set of tax breaks and lending incentives to spur hiring and growth at small businesses.