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- Hmong teacher and organizer Maykao K. Lytongpao describes emigrating from Laos to France and then to Michigan as a child. Lytongpao discusses running a Hmong social service and cultural emissary non-profit, noting the ways Hmong culture has shifted as a result of diaspora. She also talks about appearing in the film "Gran Torino."
- Date Issued:
- 2013-02-20T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Clayton tells of learning HVAC in the Navy and describes installing an HVAC system in Fisher. He describes the relationship between the VFW Post and Fisher, helping many of the Vets working at Fisher, selling chicken dinners to Fisher workers on Friday nights, and being frequented by workers for drinks before and after work. Clayton also performed work at the UAW Black Lake center and comments on the plane crash that killed the Reuthers.
- Date Issued:
- 2006-02-20T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack Obama praises the automotive industry for creating new jobs, fostering innovation and building a strong foundation for continued growth, as he speaks to Chrysler workers in Toledo, OH. Obama jokes with workers about local restaurants, bars, and the Jeeps they build. He recaps the effects of the 2008 recession, the Federal assistance that helped the domestic nameplates, and the restructuring that has led to resurgence. Obama reinforces the need to invest in the nation's infrastructure and praises the hard work and dedication of American workers.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-06-03T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Date Issued:
- 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack H. Obama speaks out on the protests in Egypt, which began on January 25th. Obama urges the Egyptian government to show restraint and address the legitimate grievances of the Egyptian people.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-01-28T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack Obama addresses a joint session of Congress and proposes the creation of the "American jobs act". Obama says that nothing in the proposed legislation is controversial, touts tax breaks for companies that create jobs, payroll tax cuts for both workers, and investment in rebuilding infrastructure to put construction workers back to work. Obama also recommends budget cuts in some areas as well as a tax increase on the wealthiest in America and challenges Congress to pass the bill which is already supported by the Chamber of Commerce and the AFL-CIO.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-09-08T00:00:00Z
- 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
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- President Theodore Roosevelt delivers a speech entitled "The Liberty of the People".
- Date Issued:
- 1912-09-22T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Music and spoken word interspersed.
- Date Issued:
- 1914-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Clinton announces the balanced budget agreement and cites his achievements of the last five years.
- Date Issued:
- 1997-05-16T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection