Obama: Churches Should Focus More On Poverty Instead Of Abortion And Gay Marriage
President Obama argues that churches should spend more time pursuing “powerful” ideas such as helping those in poverty in order to attract more followers.
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Obama Admits That Fox News Stories About Obamaphones ‘Make Me Mad’
“I think the effort to suggest that the poor are sponges and leeches are don’t want to work, are lazy or are undeserving got traction,” Obama said. He blamed the Fox News channel for feeding that narrative.
White House Dismisses, Ridicules Seymour Hersh Bin Laden Report That Challenges Obama
For defenders of President Obama, Seymour Hersh’s report is particularly annoying because it questions the first account of the operation revealed to the world by the commander-in-chief. That forced administration officials to launch a hasty effort to back up the details released by the president.
It’s ‘Complicated’ – White House Defends John Kerry Trip To Visit Russia’s Putin
A White House spokesman declined to preview the specifics of John Kerry’s meeting with Vladimir Putin, but suggested that the Secretary of State would “not be shy” about the differences between the two countries — especially on Ukraine.
Obama Gets Personal: Elizabeth Warren ‘A Politician Like Everybody Else’
President Obama is firing back at Elizabeth Warren. As she lobbies against his Trans-Pacific Partnership deal, Obama’s sending a stern message that he will not be bullied by the left’s favorite Senator.
Mitch McConnell: Barack And I Are The New ’Odd Couple’ – He Sends Me Notes
“We’ve both chosen to put policy before party,” Mitch McConnell says. “That’s how politics should be conducted, in my view.”
Michelle Obama Complains About Comments From Fox News, Michelle Malkin, Rudy Giuliani and Rush Limbaugh
With less than two years left in the White House, Michelle Obama is taking time to respond to her critics, accusing them of treating her differently because she is the first African-American First Lady.
‘Just Do It!’: Obama Visits Nike To Promote Trade Deal
President Obama visited Nike headquarters in Oregon today to promote his Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal, in spite of receiving opposition from some of his staunch liberal supporters.
Chris Christie Calls Out Clinton For Pandering To Illegal Immigrants
Chris Christie repeated what he has been saying in recent months about illegal immigration, pointing out that people in the United States wanted to work, not to vote. That principal suggests that he would prefer a path to legal status for illegal immigrants – not citizenship.
Chris Christie Defends Tom Brady: Deflategate Report ‘Doesn’t Seem All That Conclusive’
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie says it’s “kind of silly” to have the “Deflategate” story leading national news, chiding the press for questioning him about it. He also suggested that the media was targeting Tom Brady because of his success.
New Obama Photo Shows Priceless Reaction To Joe Biden’s Antics
A new collage of photos released by White House photographer Pete Souza features Obama reacting to Biden’s ultra-friendly interactions with a female customer in the bakery and the results are priceless.
Obama congratulates Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu
“The President congratulates the Israeli people, Prime Minister Netanyahu and the new governing coalition on the formation of Israel’s new government,” White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest released in a statement. “President Obama looks forward to working with Prime Minister Netanyahu and his new government.”
Jeb Bush Holds First Place In New Hampshire Poll; Marco Rubio Second
A new WMUR Granite State Poll shows Jeb Bush leading New Hampshire at 15 percent, followed by Marco Rubio at 12 percent. But Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is close behind at 11 percent and Rand Paul comes in at fourth place with 10 percent.
Tourist-in-Chief: President Obama Ditches Washington, D.C. To Travel All 50 States
While he might not be on the campaign trail, Obama is taking every opportunity this year to see places that he may have missed – visiting cities in red states such as Birmingham, Alabama; Lawrence, Kansas; Boise, Idaho; and Salt Lake City, Utah.
White House Not Sure How Hillary Would Expand Obama’s Executive Amnesty
White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest says the Obama administration is pleased Hillary Clinton would stand up to critics of Obama’s actions, but asserted that Obama “absolutely” went as far as he legally could to help illegal immigrants.
Poll Shows Jeb Bush Losing Steam In Iowa
Twenty-five percent of Iowans polled said that they would “definitely not” support Bush in the Republican primary.
Obama Celebrates Cinco De Mayo, Immigration Reform
At the White House on Cinco De Mayo, President Obama spoke about the close ties the United States has with Mexico, and asked Americans to support comprehensive immigration reform.
White House: Too Early To Say If ISIS Is In The United States
“I think before we make a pronouncement about anything like that, we certainly would want to make sure that we knew a whole lot more about the facts,” Josh Earnest said, when asked if the attack was proof that ISIS is in the United States.
Happy Cinco De Mayo! Jeb Bush Celebrates Hispanic Family Ties
Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush released a video today to celebrate the Mexican holiday Cinco De Mayo, pointing to the Hispanic ties in his family.
On Facebook, Obama Mourns David Goldberg’s Death
President Obama posted a personal message on the White House Facebook page to mourn the death of David Goldberg and remember his life.
President Obama Recognizes NYPD Police Officer Killed In The Line Of Duty
“He came from a family of police officers,” President Obama said about NYPD officer Brian Moore, killed in the line of duty. “And the family of fellow officers he joined in the NYPD and across the country deserve our gratitude and our prayers not just today but every day. They’ve got a tough job.”
Obama Launches Legacy Non-Profit: Odds Stacked Against Young Men Of Color
President Obama spoke at length about the failure of politicians, the media, and Americans to care about changing tough communities and working to change their circumstances. Looking to his future outside of the presidency, Obama made a commitment to continue his work on these issues.
White House Reacts To Texas Attacks: No Form Of Expression Justifies Acts of Violence
President Obama has not released a statement reacting to the Garland, Texas attacks.
White House: President Obama Briefed On Texas Attack
President Obama is currently monitoring the situation in Texas, after two gunmen opened fire at an event hosted by the American Freedom Defense Initiative.
Chris Christie Claims Vindication After U.S. Attorney ‘Bridgegate’ Charges
Chris Christie claims vindication after a pair of “Bridgegate” indictments.
