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An America Built to Last

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We've put together a Blueprint that outlines the ideas in tonight's State of the Union and shows what it will take to achieve the President's vision.
President Obama delivers the 2012 State of the Union

President Barack Obama delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Jan. 24, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Chuck Kennedy)

As President Obama spoke tonight, the phrase he returned to again and again was "building an America that lasts."

We've put together a Blueprint that outlines the ideas in tonight's State of the Union and shows what it will take to achieve that vision. Check it out.

Right now, a group of policy experts and senior White House staff are discussing the speech and answering your questions on WH.gov/live.

And later tonight, we'll share video of the President's remarks and a transcript so you can read every line.

Be sure to check back.


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