WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–September 20, 2013. Building on President Obama’s Climate Action Plan to continue America’s leadership in clean energy innovation, the Energy Department announced today more than $60 million in nuclear energy research awards and improvements to university research reactors and infrastructure. The 91 awards announced today will help train and educate[Read More…]
Year: 2013
Statement from Governor Pat Quinn on Shooting Violence in Chicago, Sept. 20, 2013
CHICAGO – Governor Pat Quinn today issued a statement regarding the recent shooting violence in Chicago: “I am deeply saddened by the horrific violence that erupted on a Chicago playground last night. “We pray for the swift recovery of all the shooting victims, and our hearts go out to their[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, September 20, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 20, 2013. Rep. Linda Sanchez Introduces the Strengthening Social Security Act in U.S. House This week, Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-CA), introduced the Strengthening Social Security Act, H.R. 3118, in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill would increase Social Security benefits by approximately $70 per month by modifying[Read More…]
Remarks by Secretary of Defense Hagel at the POW/MIA National Recognition Day Ceremony, Sept. 20, 2013
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—September 20, 2013. Remarks as delivered by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel: Distinguished guests, General Dempsey, veterans, family members, representatives from veterans service organizations and the national POW/MIA community: it is an honor and a privilege to join all of you for this important observance. Earlier this year we[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Marie Harf, September 20, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 20, 2013. Index for Today’s Briefing YEMEN Condemn Attacks on Yemeni Soldiers SYRIA Submission of Declaration of Stockpiles / Secretary Discussion with FM Lavrov Timeline / Condemning Extremist Attacks in Syria Discussions with Regional Players on Humanitarian Support SOC Statement Ahead of UNGA DEPARTMENT/UNGA Focus Areas for UNGA[Read More…]
Remarks by Secretary of State Kerry With Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Before Their Meeting
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 20, 2013. SECRETARY KERRY: Good morning, everybody. It’s my privilege to welcome to Washington and to the State Department His Excellency, the President of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Actually, I’m welcoming him back to Washington, and we have met previously and I’m very pleased to be able to[Read More…]
Remarks by Vice President Joe Biden at the U.S.-Mexico High Level Economic Dialogue
Mexico City, Mexico–(ENEWSPF)–September 20, 2013 – 10:24 A.M. (Local) THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, Mr. Minister, Foreign Minister, Finance Minister, thank you very, very much. It’s a delight to be back in Mexico. I’ve been in public life for a long time, as you can tell. (Laughter.) And my first visits[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on the Economy — Kansas City, MO, Sept. 20, 2013
Liberty, Missouri–(ENEWSPF)–September 20, 2013 – 12:53 P.M. CDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Missouri! (Applause.) Everybody give Jordan a big round of applause. (Applause.) I just want to say about Jordan — third generation Ford employee. She’s going to school during the week, works at the plant on the weekends,[Read More…]
White House Press Gaggle by Josh Earnest Aboard Air Force One, Sept. 20, 2013
En Route Kansas City, Missouri–(ENEWSPF)–September 20. 2013 – 10:42 A.M. EDT MR. EARNEST: All right, I’ve got a little opener, and then we’ll get to your questions — and a week-ahead, don’t let me forget. Good morning, and welcome aboard Air Force One as we make our way to the[Read More…]
Positive Relationship Factors May Help Break Cycle of Child Maltreatment Across Generations
Atlanta, GA—(ENEWSPF)—September 20, 2013. The Journal of Adolescent Health released a special supplement investigating the role of safe, stable, nurturing relationships (SSNRs) and social contexts in the cycle of child maltreatment across generations. Efforts focused on enhancing SSNRs between parents and children, as well as between parents and other adults,[Read More…]
