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Joining Forces and Transportation Sector Leaders Convene around Veteran Hiring
Posted by on January 26, 2015 at 6:51 PM ESTJoining Forces and Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx invited leaders from across the transportation sector to the White House to discuss hiring veterans.
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8 Americans Wrote to the White House About Their Lives. We Want You to Hear Their Stories:
Posted by on January 20, 2015 at 11:03 AM ESTThis year, Jason Gibson, a wounded warrior, and some of the other incredible Americans who have written us letters to the White House will join the First Lady in watching the President deliver his State of the Union address at the Capitol.
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The Lincoln Awards: Stepping Up for Our Veterans & Military Families
Posted by on January 8, 2015 at 9:23 PM ESTThis week, the Lincoln Awards in Washington, D.C. honored individuals who have provided numerous opportunities to and displayed continued support for our nation’s veterans and military families.
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The Year in Review: Our 5 Favorite Joining Forces Moments of 2014
Posted by on December 23, 2014 at 11:47 AM ESTMrs. Obama and Dr. Jill Biden came together to launch Joining Forces, a nationwide initiative calling all Americans to rally around service members, veterans, and their families. Here's our favorite moments from 2014.
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Dan Pfeiffer Joins Medium: "Breaking Down the 'Worst' Year in Washington"
Posted by on December 19, 2014 at 11:34 AM ESTToday, Dan Pfeiffer joined the popular blogging platform Medium, posting an op-ed that reflected on 2014 as a year of great progress for President Obama and the progressive agenda -- no matter what the critics have said.
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Honoring Our Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families During the Holidays
Posted by on December 18, 2014 at 10:43 AM ESTIn honor of our service members, veterans and their families, the Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden dedicated five trees at the Naval Observatory Residence representing each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
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Dr. Jill Biden Lauds Commitments to Hire Military Spouses
Posted by on December 15, 2014 at 4:30 PM ESTDr. Biden gives remarks at the Military Spouse Employment Partnership Induction Ceremony, highlighting the skills of military spouses and thanking organizations committed to hiring them.
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Weekly Address: Giving Thanks for Our Troops
Posted by on December 13, 2014 at 6:00 AM ESTIn this week's address, the President thanked the men and women in uniform who serve and sacrifice to protect the freedom, prosperity, and security that we all enjoy as Americans.
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Gen. Dempsey, Celebrities Visit Airmen during USO Holiday Tour
Posted by on December 9, 2014 at 5:00 PM ESTArmy Gen. Martin Dempsey, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visits Incirlik Air Base, Turkey during a USO holiday troop visit Dec. 8
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Military Kids and Families Take Part in the Annual Holiday Press Preview
Posted by on December 5, 2014 at 9:56 AM ESTAs a part of annual tradition and dedication to military families, First Lady Michelle Obama invited military kids and their families to the White House to get a glimpse of this year’s holiday décor, and participate in seasonal crafts.
