Barack Obama

Today's legislation builds on the successes of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to help spur job creation and help struggling workers.

H.J.Res. 26, which proclaims Casimir Pulaski to be an honorary citizen of the United States posthumously;

Our Nation's thoughts and prayers are with the service members, civilians, and families affected by the tragic events at Fort Hood, Texas.

My immediate thoughts and prayers are with the wounded and with the families of the fallen. It's difficult enough when we lose these brave Americans in battles overseas. It is horrifying that they should come under fire at an army base on…

Although Botswana is not a large country, it is truly one of the extraordinary success stories in Africa.

I am absolutely committed to moving forward with you and forging a new and better future together.

My Administration is committed to regular and meaningful consultation and collaboration with tribal officials in policy decisions that have tribal implications.

Not only has Botswana shown itself to be an outstanding success, but it's also been a great partner to the United States.

I am extraordinarily pleased and grateful to learn that the AARP and the American Medical Association are both supporting the health insurance reform bill that will soon come up to a vote in the House of Representatives.

Today's summit is not lip service.

We have a stewardship responsibility to maintain healthy, resilient, and sustainable oceans, coasts, and Great Lake resources for the benefit of this and future generations.

Act within a unifying framework under a clear national policy, including a comprehensive ecosystem-based framework, for the long-term conservation and use of our resources.

There's nothing more important than what you're doing right here at this school.

Their distinguished judicial careers leave no doubt that they will be esteemed additions to the Fourth Circuit.

Everybody recognizes the dropout rate is unacceptable.

The only way you do it is if you're succeeding here in school.

Nothing is more important.

We have to significantly increase the graduation rate.

They will be relentless in their pursuit of justice on behalf of the people of Massachusetts and Alaska.

The currency of today's economy is knowledge.

What may it say about his agenda and leadership and health-care reform?

Well, governing is even harder than campaigning.

Our plan will likely save or create 3 million to 4 million jobs; 90 percent of these jobs will be created in the private sector.

I have stated repeatedly that 'don't ask, don't tell' makes no sense.

Victoria A. Lipnic, of Virginia, to be a Member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for the remainder of the term expiring July 1, 2010, vice Naomi Churchill Earp.