Statement by President Obama on the Earthquake in New Zealand

Washington, D.C–(ENEWSPF)–February 22, 2011.  

On behalf of the American people, Michelle and I extend our deepest condolences to the people of New Zealand and to the families and friends of the victims in Christchurch, which has suffered its second major earthquake in just six months.  Our thoughts and prayers are with all those whose lives have been touched by this tragedy, especially as they search for their loved ones and work to recover from…