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- President Obama delivers a statement to the press on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the government shutdown. Obama says "one faction of one party in one house of Congress, in one beach of government, shutdown major parts of the government, all because they didn't like one law." Calling the Republican stand to defund the Affordable Care Act an "ideological crusade," Obama describes the impact of their action, even as the ACA begins signing up individuals for health insurance. He reminds listeners that 85% of Americans will see no change to their employer provided coverage and the remaining 15% will finally have a chance to obtain affordable coverage. Held in the Rose Garden at the White House.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-10-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- United States President Barack Obama speaks at a private Democratic National Committee fundraising event. Obama jokes with the attendees then talks about the upcoming elections, the accomplishments of his administration over the previous seven years, improvements in energy efficiency and renewable energy, the chaos in the Republican party and the hostility he has faced during his time as President. He challenges Democrats to reflect a higher standard in the campaign. Held at Gilley's night club in Dallas, TX.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-03-12T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Franklin Delano Roosevelt opens the campaign for his fourth term with a speech in Washington, D.C., delivered to the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. He attacks the Republican party for its non-progressive attitude, rebuffs attacks made by Republicans that he sent a U.S. Destroyer to retrieve his dog, Fala, after leaving him on the Aleutian Islands. Introduction by Daniel J. Tobin, president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
- Date Issued:
- 1944-09-23T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama visits Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL and explains why the country needs the Buffett Rule. The rule, named after billionaire investor Warren Buffett, calls for people with incomes over $1 million to pay at least a 30 percent tax rate. Obama calls for investing in the things that add value like education and infrastructure. He challenges the operating philosophy of the Republicans who call for spending cuts and more tax cuts as a way of balancing the Federal budget.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-04-10T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack Obama delivers remarks at a fundraiser hosted by the Democratic National Committee. He recounts the accomplishments of his administration and takes the Republican Party to task for misrepresenting the state of the U.S. economy, the environment, healthcare, and U.S. foreign policy. Obama's remarks are made following a performance of "Hamilton" at the Richard Rodgers Theater in New York City.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama speaks at a campaign rally at Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. Obama encourages the listeners to register to vote then recounts his administration's record of accomplishments of preserving the auto industry, lowering taxes, passing Obamacare, and ending the Iraq and Afghan wars. He describes his plans for a second term and criticizes Romney-Ryan proposals for ending Medicare, privatizing Social Security, and expanding defense spending in spite of budget issues.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-10-09T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- 2012 Democratic National Convention. Vice President Joe Biden delivers his acceptance speech saying, "we are on a mission to turn the nation from doubt and downturn to prosperity". Biden describes Obama's qualities as both a decisive leader and a caring humanitarian. He recounts the mission to get Bin Laden calling the President courageous and decisive. Biden criticizes the Republican ticket suggesting there are fundamental differences between their vision of America and the Democrats' view. He tells listeners, "you never quit on America and you deserve a President who will never quit on you."
- Date Issued:
- 2012-09-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- United States Vice President Joe Biden delivers the key note address at the first Sidley Austin Forum on "A new American political system?" Biden talks about the importance of governing and listening to all constituent's concerns. He also talks about publicly financing elections, threats to U.S. democracy, and the 2016 Presidential Campaign. Biden reflects on his political career and the people who inspired him and says that he looks forward to the coming debates on the Republican legislative agenda. Biden is introduced by Bob Bauer, former White House counsel. Held in Washington D.C.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-12-08T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack H. Obama speaks at the conclusion of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, held in Hawaii. He talks about trade with Asian-Pacific countries, U.S. policies toward China and Iran, and a recent Republican presidential debate on foreign policy. Obama also says that the allegations of sexual abuse of college football players at Penn State University should cause all institutions to pause and reevaluate their practices and policies.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection