Category Archives: The Economy

President Obama’s Weekly Address 7/11/09

Posted on July 11, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House; “The President explains how the Recovery Act helped end our economic free fall, and how his agenda is helping to set a new foundation for our economy. From health reform, to energy, to creating the jobs … Continue reading →

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Changing Light Bulbs Will Save Jobs

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House; “President Obama and Energy Secretary Steven Chu announce several actions that will promote energy efficiency and save Americans billions of dollars per year. The announcement includes major changes to energy conservation standards for lighting, as well … Continue reading →

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Boehner Wants To Read Bill Before Passage

Posted on June 27, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

Republican Leader John Boehner had a good question for the House floor when they were pushing through Pelosi’s Cap and Trade bill. Boehner asked Chairman Henry Waxman and the other Democrats, “Don’t you think the American people expect us to … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address 6/26/09

Posted on June 27, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

President Obama used this weeks address to push his cap and trade policies which the WSJ called the largest tax increase in US history. From the White House, “The President praises historic energy legislation passed by the House of Representatives. … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address 6/5/09

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House; “The President makes clear that as Congress works through health care reform legislation, it must include fundamental changes that lower costs, ensure Americans have choices, and establish access to quality, affordable health care for all Americans. … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address 5/16/09

Posted on May 18, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House; “The President discusses breakthroughs on two issues where stakeholders from all sides, once opposed, are coming together for real reform. On health care and energy, solutions would provide key pillars for a new foundation for the … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address 5/9/09

Posted on May 10, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House: “This week the President recaps a busy week, from strides on fiscal discipline, to financial stability, to cracking down on tax havens and tax breaks for shifting jobs overseas. For his next big step, he calls … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address 4/25/09

Posted on April 28, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House; “This week the President reiterates a theme that has been a hallmark of his career, namely that “old habits and stale thinking” will simply not help us solve the new and immense problems our country faces. … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address 4/18/09

Posted on April 20, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House: “With the process of going through the budget line by line in full swing, the President uses his Weekly Address to give some examples, big and small, of how the Administration is working to cut costs … Continue reading →

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A Vision for High Speed Rail

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Alan Cosgrove

From the White House; Joined by famed rail enthusiast Vice President Biden, the President releases his vision for high speed rail as funded by the Recovery Act and the coming budget. White House, April 16, 2009. (Public Domain)