June 29, 2011 White House Office of the Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE "As a country, we will never tolerate our security being threatened, nor stand idly by when our people have been killed. We will be relentless in defense of our citizens and our friends and allies. We will be true to the values that make us who we are. And on nights like this one, we can say to those … [Read more...]
WTC Releases New Video on Enhanced Warrior Care System
June 27, 2011 By Brian Gebhart WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- The Warrior Transition Command released a 10-minute educational video last week highlighting new aspects of the Army’s system to care for wounded, ill and injured Soldiers. Titled “Soldier Success through Focused Commitment,” the video features three Warriors in Transition -- Capt. Jeremy McGuffey, Sgt. 1st … [Read more...]
President Obama Speaks on Behalf of Father’s Day
June 17, 2011 White House Office of the Secretary Parenthood is the ultimate gift and an incredible responsibility. Every day, fathers across our country give everything they have to build a better future for their family, asking nothing in return but their children's love and success. On Father's Day, we honor the men in our lives who have helped shape us for the good, and … [Read more...]
President Obama Salutes Military Dads
By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service 6/16/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- With Father's Day nearly at hand, President Barack Obama took time to single out military dads yesterday, thanking them for their service to the nation. "Thank you for your dedication," he told the dads gathered for a special screening of the Disney-Pixar movie "Cars 2" on the White House … [Read more...]
Housing Authorities are Gearing Up for Father’s Day Celebrations
June 16, 2011 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Free Saturday events build on President Obama's Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative: Strong Fathers, Strong Families. WASHINGTON -- All across the U.S., public housing authorities are gearing up for Father’s Day weekend. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is excited that approximately 200 … [Read more...]