In the summer of 2009, President Obama traveled to Ghana, the final stop of one of his first international trips as President, and delivered remarks to the Ghanaian parliament in Accra. In his speech, he discussed our nation’s relationship with Africa, and the partnership needed to ensure transformational change across the continent. I've come here to Ghana for a simple … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: President Obama and World Leaders
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Monday Open Thread: President Obama and World Leaders
Good morning Prag Obots! This week we will look back at some of President Obama's memorable meetings with world leaders. On July 29, 2011, President Obama welcomed President Yayi of Benin, President Conde of Guinea, President Issoufou of Niger, and President Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire to the White House. President Obama said the leaders represent expanding democracy in … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: President Obama and World Leaders
Sunday Evening Thread: Well, It Needed To Be Asked
Richard Wolffe: Why Does The GOP Only Criticize People Of Color In Obama Administration? … [Read more...] about Sunday Evening Thread: Well, It Needed To Be Asked
Wednesday Afternoon Thread: President Obama on extending tax cuts for Middle Class
If Congress fails to act, every family in America will see their taxes automatically go up at the beginning of next year. A typical middle-class family of four would see its taxes rise by $2,200. … [Read more...] about Wednesday Afternoon Thread: President Obama on extending tax cuts for Middle Class
Tuesday Afternoon Thread: Fired Up! Ready To Go!
Rev Al talks to Edith Childs, the wonderful lady behind "Fired Up! Ready To Go!" … [Read more...] about Tuesday Afternoon Thread: Fired Up! Ready To Go!