Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2011 – 12:09 P.M. EST MR. GIBBS:  Before I get started, let me — I want to read a brief statement from the President on the terrorist attack in Moscow today. “I strongly condemn this outrageous act of terrorism against the Russian people at the Domodedovo Airport. [Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2011.  I join President Obama in strongly condemning today’s terrorist attack at Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport. We stand with the people of Russia in this moment of sorrow and we offer our deepest sympathy to the families and loved ones of those injured and killed. The United States[Read More…]

BELGIUM–(ENEWSPF)–24 January 2011.  The following statement is attributed to NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen: I am shocked by the terrorist attack at Moscow’s busiest airport. I strongly condemn this horrific act. I express my condolences to the families of those killed and injured and to the Russian people. We[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2011.  “Today marks the 38th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court decision that protects women’s health and reproductive freedom, and affirms a fundamental principle: that government should not intrude on private family matters.  I am committed to protecting this constitutional right.  I also remain committed[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2011.  Here’s the truth about today’s economy: If we’re serious about fighting for American jobs and American businesses, one of the most important things we can do is open up more markets to American goods around the world. That’s why I met with China’s President Hu Jintao[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011.  INDEX: DEPARTMENT Secretary Clinton Travel to Mexico / Meeting with Foreign Secretary Espinosa in Guanajuato / Joint Cooperation / Merida Initiative / Criminal Organizations Under Secretary Burns in Istanbul / P-5+1 Talks / Iran’s Nuclear Program Violent Attacks in Iraq / Offer Condolences Violence in Albania[Read More…]

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–21 January 2011 – The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) today voiced “deep concern and surprise” at the recent call to delay the inauguration of the National Assembly that was elected in September. According to media reports, President Hamid Karzai said on Wednesday that Sunday’s scheduled opening[Read More…]

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–21 January 2011 – The United Nations today rebuffed efforts by forces loyal to Côte d’Ivoire’s former president, who refuses to step down despite his electoral defeat, to stop and search UN vehicles. “The call by the Ivorian defence and security forces loyal to Laurent Gbagbo to stop and[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.;–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011. President Obama today named 11 individuals and 4 organizations as recipients of the prestigious Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring.  The mentors will receive their awards at a White House ceremony next week. The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and[Read More…]

Schenectady, NY–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011 – 1:03 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT:  Hello, hello!  Hello, Schenectady!  (Applause.)  It is good to be in New York.  (Applause.)  Now let me just begin, if I’m not mistaken, Governor Cuomo* — who is going to be an outstanding governor — (applause) — he tried to[Read More…]