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- Following an introduction by First Lady Michelle Obama, President Obama speaks to a gathering of Irish youth as he delivers remarks to the people of Northern Ireland. Obama highlights the hard work, dialogue, and institutional development they have undertaken together to advance peace and prosperity in the North. Obama jokes about his name being mistaken as Irish. He reflects on the strong connections between the U.S. and Ireland and promises continued support for ongoing efforts to eliminate the sectarian strife. Held in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-06-17T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama delivers his second inaugural speech during the 57th Inaugural Ceremonies in Washington, D.C. Obama describes a political philosophy rather than laying out specific plans for his second term. Repeating the phrase "we the people," he tries to appeal to Americans' better natures and argues for a progressive view of government, founded on history and his own deep conviction that American prosperity and the preservation of freedom depend on collective action. Sen. Charles "Chuck" Schumer (D-NY) introduces the President following a 21 gun salute.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-01-21T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Vice President Joe Biden speaks at the 103rd Annual Convention of the NAACP held in Houston TX. He outlines the differences between the policies of President Obama and Mitt Romney on health care, voting rights and education. Biden declares the election is a fight for the heart and soul of America and that the Republicans have a fundamentally different view. He reminds listeners that the NAACP was formed to achieve voting rights and says he is shocked to be fighting these battles again. Biden is introduced by Roslyn Brock, Chair of the NAACP National Board of Directors.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-07-12T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama reflects on his eight years in the White House, his successes, his failures, and what he learned. Obama says that the job requires mental and physical stamina, that he continues to be surprised by the severity of the partisanship in Washington. Obama also talks about Donald Trump's unconventional but successful campaign for president, healthcare, foreign policy, how his family has coped with living in the White House. Excerpts from CBS interviews with Obama done over the previous twelve years are interspersed with the interview. On "60 minutes".
- Date Issued:
- 2017-01-15T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama talks with NPR's Steve Inskeep about foreign policy, including his approaches to Syria, Ukraine and China, as well as his remaining White House priorities and his effort to close Guantanamo Bay prison.
- Date Issued:
- 2014-05-28T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama speaks at the "Forum on Women and the Economy" on economic security, education, and retirement for women. He talks about the women who have shaped his life, including his mother and grandmother, and their experiences in the workplace. Obama also discusses his administration's efforts to help create economic security for women, and the latest unemployment statics. Obama is introduced by Senior Advisor Valerie Jarret.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-04-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama reflects on his final appearance at the White House Correspondents' Association Annual Dinner. He pokes fun at himself, his relationship with the press, former Speaker of the House John Boehner, the prospective Republican and Democratic 2016 presidential candidates, and cable news channels. Obama jokes about how the job has aged him, and speculates on what he will do in retirement. A film clip is shown with John Boehner and others coaching Obama on retirement. Obama praises journalists around the world who have gone above and beyond to tell the truth while facing death and imprisonment. He concludes by saying "Obama out" and dropping the microphone. White House Correspondents' Association President Carol Lee introduces Obama and offers a toast to him.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-04-30T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama talks about the improving U.S. economy, implementation of the Affordable Care Act, and the government shutdown and then is interviewed by Gerald Seib at the Wall Street Journal's annual CEO Council conference. Obama says his administration underestimated the complexity of the Healthcare.gov Web site and was burdened by a cumbersome federal information technology process. He also expresses optimism about passing an immigration bill, and outlines the offer aimed at halting Iran's nuclear program. Held at the Four Seasons Hotel, Washington, D.C.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-11-19T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- U.S. President Barack Obama talks about the steps he is taking to improve competition in the cable television industry and the American economy in general. Obama says that people have not yet gotten over the "trauma" of the Great Recession even as the economy snaps back, discusses steps he has taken to prevent corporate tax inversion and monopolies and argues for helping consumers with loans and mortgages, changing the tax code to help working people and making sure that the wealthy pay their fair share. Obama is interviewed by Nicole Sinclair for Yahoo.com Finance.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-04-17T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama speaks at the White House Correspondents' Association Annual Dinner. Obama uses video clips along with jokes to poke fun at his many detractors as well as his supporters. He focuses on his relations with the Republican leadership, ways to boost his popularity, his re-election, and hostile media personalities. Obama closes with a reminder of the "very hard days" recently experienced by a number of citizens. He pays tribute to the first responders and those who opened their homes to the victims. Obama praises journalists who went above and beyond to tell the truth to the country instead of perpetuating rumor.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-04-27T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection