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- At the White House, President Barack Obama holds his first presidential news conference. In prepared remarks he focuses on the economic crisis and unemployment, highlighting the plan to stimulate job growth through federal legislation. The President also fields questions from reporters on issues including the economy, terrorism, and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
- Date Issued:
- 2009-02-02T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- In his first major address abroad, U.S. President Donald Trump talks about combating terrorism and confronting extremist ideology. Speaking at a summit meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Trump says that he seeks to strengthen U.S. cooperation with countries in the Middle East and stresses that his administration will not tell people how to live, what to be, or who to worship. He also says that the U.S. offers Arab countries partnership and that the U.S. is prepared to stand with them to combat terrorism. Saudi Arabian King Salman gives opening remarks and expressses his desire to work with the United States.
- Date Issued:
- 2017-05-21T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama holds a press conference and talks about the latest steps to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), Iraqi Army successes with coalition forces, and intelligence material acquired from recaptured towns. He also discusses current efforts to halt the spread of the mosquito-borne Zika virus, and answers questions from the press about ISIL, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, allegations that the U.S. paid a "ransom" to Iran for the release of Americans prisoners and his record on commuting prison sentences. Held at the Pentagon in Alexandria, VA.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-08-04T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Donald Trump delivers an address in which he talks about the spirit of the Polish people and their enduring relationship with the U.S., the "age of terrorism" and Russia's "destabilizing activities" in Ukraine. Trump also says that he stands firmly behind NATO, but warns that other members must do more to defend Europe. Held at the historic Krasinski Square in Warsaw. Trump is introduced by First Lady Melania Trump.
- Date Issued:
- 2017-07-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama signs several executive orders with his key economic advisers beside him. The orders include the closing of the Guantanamo Bay prison, newly enforced detention and interrogation policy, and the creation of a task force in Guantanamo Bay to evaluate the disposition of each detainee. President Obama says that his administration is going to deal with the continuing threats of terrorist organizations with vigilance and effectiveness.
- Date Issued:
- 2009-01-22T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama delivers a major policy speech about a range of U.S. counter-terrorism issues including controversial drone strikes, the Guantanamo Bay prison and detention of terrorist suspects, security at diplomatic missions abroad, the role of foreign assistance in international security, and the future role of military force in efforts to counter terrorist threats. Obama is heckled by a woman in the audience several times before holding his remarks until she is escorted out. Held at the National Defense University at Fort McNair.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-05-23T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack H. Obama, in his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress, outlines his administration's proposed legislative efforts to provide middle class Americans with paid sick leave, a free community college education, and an improved technological infrastructure and a free and open internet. Obama also vows coordinated attacks on terrorism and foreign cyber attacks, and halting America's large contributions to global warming. Speaker of the House John Boehner introduces the President.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-01-20T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama speaks to young entrepreneurs at the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management about the new foundation of America's 21st century economy. He declares America is and will continue to be the world's leader fighting terrorists, assisting in natural disasters and epidemics, and that the country embraces that role. Obama says that a strong U.S. economy is vital to continuing in that role. He challenges his audience to be stewards of the country, pursue success and profit, and find ways to help other Americans be successful. Held in Evanston, Illinois.
- Date Issued:
- 2014-10-02T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama, speaking at the Pentagon, provides an update on the progress against the terrorist group ISIL, and answers two questions from unidentified reporters.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-07-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- U.S. President Donald Trump delivers an address to a joint session of Congress. Trump says that he has inherited a "mess" from the Obama administration and promises that his administration will put Americans first, drive a renewal of industry in America, revitalize the inner cities, lower corporate taxes, destroy ISIS, drastically reduce federal regulations, deport criminal immigrants, build a wall along the Mexican border, break up drug cartels and improve treatment for drug addicts, renegotiate trade agreements, ask Congress for a $1 trillion investment in infrastructure, and reform health care. Trump acknowledges that he has big dreams for America and asks Congress and the American people to join him in securing his vision for the country.
- Date Issued:
- 2017-02-28T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection