Nov. 9, 2010 - Vice President Joe Biden announces three new initiatives that will help grow the energy-efficiency industry and help families make improvements that will help save money on their energy bills.
Nov. 29, 2010 - President Obama announces his intention to seek a two-year pay freeze for civilian Federal employees, a measure that would provide $28 billion in cumulative savings over the next five years.
Feb. 12, 2011 - The President previews his budget, explaining that it will help the government live within its means, while still investing to make sure America wins the future.
Dec. 18, 2010 - President Obama urges the Senate to heed the calls from Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton, every living Republican Secretary of State, NATO allies, and leadership of the military: ratify the New START Treaty with Russia.
Apr. 5, 2011 - President Obama says that lawmakers must put aside politics to find consensus on the Federal budget and avoid a government shutdown during an appearance at the White House Press Briefing.
Feb. 26, 2011 - The President discusses examples he's seen of how America can win the future. He urges Congress to heed these examples in budget debate to tighten our belts without eliminating investments in innovation, education and infrastructure.
