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Support for Veterans: By the Numbers
August 1, 2016
As Americans, we have a sacred obligation to honor the service men and women who keep America free and safe. To live up to that promise, the Administration is redoubling our efforts to serve our nation's veterans by ensuring they get the benefits they have earned, as well as expanding opportunity for our service members, veterans, and their families.
See the full InfographicA Diverse Judicial Pool
June 8, 2016
The men and women the President has nominated to enforce our laws and deliver justice represent his unprecedented commitment expanding the diversity of our nation's highest courts. That's a big deal — so if you learned something new here, pass it on.
See the full InfographicWe the People Numbers
July 28, 2015
In September of 2011, we launched We the People to give Americans a new way to petition their government about the issues they care about. Nearly four years later, take a look at where the platform stands.
See the full InfographicWhy We Must Connect America
July 15, 2015
While high-speed internet is a given for millions, it remains out of reach for far too many. Take a look at what that looks like in households and communities across the country. Then, learn what we're doing to fix it.
See the full InfographicBRAIN Initiative
September 30, 2014
President Obama is making new investments in the “BRAIN” Initiative — a bold new research effort to revolutionize our understanding of the human mind and uncover new ways to treat, prevent, and cure brain disorders like Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia, autism, epilepsy, and traumatic brain injury.
See the full InfographicWhere Are Our Ambassadors?
June 24, 2014
Several U.S. ambassador posts remain unfilled because Senate Republicans refuse to confirm the President's nominees. It's time to let these nominees do their important work in protecting U.S. interests across the globe.
See the full InfographicGettysburg Address Tribute
November 19, 2013
One hundred fifty years after President Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address, President Obama penned a handwritten tribute to President Lincoln's historic remarks. Read his essay below, then share it with others.
See the full InfographicThe President's Judicial Nominees
September 24, 2013
Creating a judicial pool for the 21st Century, one with intellect, fair-mindedness and integrity that resembles the nation that it serves, is a top priority for President Obama and his administration. In fact, the President’s nominations for federal judges embody an unprecedented commitment to expanding the racial, gender and experiential diversity of the men and women who enforce our laws and deliver justice.
See the full InfographicThe White House, Tumbling Things
April 28, 2013
We see some great things here at the White House every day, and sharing that stuff with you is one of the best parts of our jobs. That’s why we’re launching a Tumblr.
See the full InfographicWhite House Beer Recipe
September 1, 2012
Inspired by home brewers, last year President Obama bought a home brewing kit for the kitchen. After the few first drafts we landed on some great recipes that came from a local brew shop. We received some tips from a couple of home brewers who work in the White House who helped us amend it and make it our own. Learn More
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