Barack Obama Answered

President Obama and Haitian President René Préval speak to the press after meeting at the White House and reaffirm their mutual commitment to rebuilding Haiti after Januarys devastating earthquake. March 10, 2010.

President Obama speaks to the press about todays election in Iraq and the future of US involvement in the country.

President Obama calls on supporters to help finish the fight for health reform.

President Obama is joined by Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and General Colin Powell as he announces plans to help reduce dropout rates and prepare students for college and careers. March 1, 2010.

President Obama establishes The National Commission On Fiscal Responsibility and Reform, headed by Alan Simpson and Erskine Bowles, to help the Nations long-term fiscal picture and guide responsible Federal spending. February 18, 2010.

President Obama announces more than billion in loan guarantees for two new nuclear reactors as part of the Administration’s commitment to providing clean energy and creating new jobs.

First Lady Michelle Obama kicks off Lets Move, a program designed to tackle childhood obesity by encouraging exercise and healthy eating. The First Lady is joined by Cabinet members, athletes, educators, students and others at the kickoff event.

The President meets with bipartisan House and Senate leaders to talk about solutions to the major issues facing the country, including creating new jobs and controlling the deficit. February 9, 2010.

White House Press Briefings are conducted most weekdays from the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room in the West Wing.

The President speaks about the power of prayer to foster civility and bridge divisions in remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC. February 4, 2010.