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Obama originator org President of the United States Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-frontmatter-pgiii.pdf D09002ee1b000dddc https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-frontmatter-pgiii https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-frontmatter-pgiii https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-frontmatter-pgiii.pdf iii xiv PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); FRONTMATTER PPP-2015-book2-frontmatter-pgiii 1 true Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg857.pdf D09002ee1b000dddd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg857 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg857 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg857.pdf 857 858 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 857 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Reestablishment of Diplomatic Relations and Permanent Diplomatic Missions by the United States and Cuba PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg857 2 2015-07-01 Note: The President spoke at 11:08 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Havana, Cuba, residents Julia Niurka Mesa Galbán, Carlos Gonzalez, and Frank Reyes; Aventura, FL, resident Mimi Davila; Miami, FL, resident Jorge Collazo; and former Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez. Cuba Relations with U.S Cuba Democracy efforts Cuba President State, Department of Secretary Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Natural disasters Response and recovery efforts Brazil President Cuba Relations with U.S Cuba Tourism and commercial travel links with U.S Congress Bipartisanship Cuba Democracy efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg858.pdf D09002ee1b000de6d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg858 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg858 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg858.pdf 858 871 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 858 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session at a Town Hall Meeting on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act at Taylor Stratton Elementary School in Nashville, Tennessee PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg858 3 2015-07-01 Note: The President spoke at 1:36 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Nashville, TN, resident Kelly Bryant, who introduced the President; former Sen. William H. Frist; White House Advance Team Lead Alan Bray, who retrieved the President's jacket; Medina, OH, resident and health care reform advocate Natoma A. Canfield; former Gov. W. Mitt Romney of Massachusetts; Julie Mix McPeak, commissioner, Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance; and Carolyn W. Colvin, Acting Commissioner, Social Security Administration. Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Tennessee Taylor Stratton Elementary School in Nashville Tennessee President's visit Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Health and medical care Health insurance exchanges Health and medical care Young adults, insurance coverage as dependents, age limit extension Health and medical care Seniors, prescription drug benefits Health and medical care Health insurance, protection of coverage Health and medical care Women's health issues Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Affordability and costs Health and medical care Cost control reforms Health and medical care Research and development Diseases Diabetes, prevention and reduction efforts Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Sports FIFA World Cup Canada 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Health and medical care Health insurance exchanges Health and medical care Employer-based health insurance coverage Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Cost control reforms Health and medical care Preventive care and public health programs Health and medical care Preventive care and public health programs Veterans Affairs, Department of Veterans Health Administration Veterans Service and dedication Veterans Health and medical care Veterans Affairs, Department of Secretary Veterans Women veterans Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Affordability and costs Health and medical care Health insurance exchanges Immigration and naturalization Illegal immigration Immigration and naturalization Reform Defense and national security Border security Immigration and naturalization Reform Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Cost control reforms Health and medical care Affordability and costs Health and medical care Cost control reforms Social Security Administration Health and medical care Affordability and costs Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Education School improvement and renovation Health and medical care Mental health programs and services Health and medical care Nutrition Education Early childhood education programs Economy, national Income inequality Economy, national Economic concerns Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg871.pdf D09002ee1b000de6e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg871 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg871 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg871.pdf 871 878 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 871 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in La Crosse, Wisconsin PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg871 4 2015-07-02 Note: The President spoke at 1:34 p.m. in the Recreational Eagle Center. In his remarks, he referred to Stephen T. Colbert, former host, Comedy Central's "The Colbert Report" program; former Gov. John E. "Jeb" Bush of Florida; and former White House Senior Adviser David M. Axelrod. Wisconsin University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in La Crosse Wisconsin President's visit Holidays and special observances Fourth of July Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Cost control reforms Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality South Carolina Shooting in Charleston Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Economy, national Economic concerns Education Teachers Economy, national Improvement Energy Solar and wind energy Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Taxation Tax relief Taxation Tax Code, reform Economy, national Financial regulations, strengthening efforts Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Holidays and special observances Fourth of July Health and medical care Cost control reforms Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Labor issues Minimum wage Economy, national Strengthening efforts Education Early childhood education programs Civil rights Wage equality Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Affordability and costs Children and youth Childcare, affordability and costs Labor issues Workplace flexibility, improvement efforts Labor issues Minimum wage Labor issues Overtime pay regulations, modernization efforts Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Science and technology Research and development Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Commerce, international Free and fair trade Congress Bipartisanship Commerce, international Labor protection standards Science and technology Research and development Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Holidays and special observances Fourth of July Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg878.pdf D09002ee1b000de6f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg878 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg878 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg878.pdf 878 879 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 878 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg878 5 2015-07-04 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 2:35 p.m. on July 2 in Room 188 of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Recreational Eagle Center in La Crosse, WI, for broadcast on July 4. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on July 3, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on July 4. Holidays and special observances Independence Day Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Sports FIFA World Cup Canada 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879.pdf D09002ee1b000de70 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879.pdf 879 879 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 879 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at an Independence Day Celebration PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879 6 2015-07-04 Note: The President spoke at 8:56 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to musician Bruno Mars. Holidays and special observances Independence Day Veterans Service and dedication Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879-2.pdf D09002ee1b000de71 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879-2.pdf 879 883 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 879 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on United States Efforts To Combat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) Terrorist Organization and an Exchange With Reporters at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg879-2 7 2015-07-06 Note: The President spoke at 4:10 p.m. in the Press Briefing Room. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter; Gen. Lloyd J. Austin, USA, commander, U.S. Central Command; Under Secretary-designate of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Crimes Adam J. Szubin; President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; and Elton Simpson and Nadir Soofi, suspected gunmen in the shooting at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, TX, on May 3. A reporter referred to H.R. 1735. Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Virginia President's visits Holidays and special observances Fourth of July Terrorism Global threat Defense, Department of Secretary Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Treasury, Department of the Terrorism and Financial Crimes, Under Secretary-designate for Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Iraq Prime Minister Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria President Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Russia President Terrorism Global threat South Carolina Shooting in Charleston Texas Shooting in Garland Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Holidays and special observances Fourth of July Defense, Department of Funding Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Defense, Department of Funding Economy, national Strengthening efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg884.pdf D09002ee1b000de72 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg884 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg884 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg884.pdf 884 885 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 884 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Communist Party General Secretary Nguyen Phú Trong of Vietnam PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg884 8 2015-07-07 Note: The President spoke at 12:32 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. General Secretary Trong spoke in Vietnamese, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Vietnam Communist Party General Secretary Vietnam Relations with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Environment Climate change Vietnam Human rights issues Civil rights Freedom of religion Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Asia East Asia Summit Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg885.pdf D09002ee1b000de73 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg885 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg885 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg885.pdf 885 888 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 885 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement--United States-Vietnam Joint Vision Statement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg885 9 2015-07-07 Note: An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Vietnam Nuclear energy, cooperation with U.S Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Vietnam Security cooperation with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Vietnam Human rights issues Education Foreign exchange programs Vietnam Educational exchanges with U.S Foreign policy, U.S Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Vietnam Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg888.pdf D09002ee1b000de74 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg888 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg888 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg888.pdf 888 888 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 888 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Saud al-Faysal bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg888 10 2015-07-09 Deaths Prince Saud al-Faysal bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia King Middle East Arab-Israeli conflict, peace process Saudi Arabia Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg889.pdf D09002ee1b000de75 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg889 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg889 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg889.pdf 889 889 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 889 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Kids' State Dinner PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg889 11 2015-07-10 Note: The President spoke at approximately 12 p.m. in the State Dining Room at the White House. The transcript was released by the Office of the First Lady, and it included the First Lady's complete remarks. Children and youth Kids' state dinner Health and medical care Exercise Health and medical care Nutrition Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg890.pdf D09002ee1b000de76 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg890 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg890 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg890.pdf 890 890 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 890 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Signing Proclamations Establishing the Basin and Range National Monument, the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, and the Waco Mammoth National Monument PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg890 12 2015-07-10 Note: The President spoke at 2:02 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Proclamations 9297, 9298, and 9299 are listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Interior, Department of the Basin and Range National Monument, establishment Interior, Department of the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, establishment Nevada Basin and Range National Monument Interior, Department of the Waco Mammoth National Monument, establishment California Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument Texas Waco Mammoth National Monument Interior, Department of the Secretary Interior, Department of the Park Service, National Interior, Department of the Public lands, conservation and management Economy, national Strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891.pdf D09002ee1b000de77 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891.pdf 891 891 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 891 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the 20th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891 13 2015-07-10 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Srebrenica genocide, 20th anniversary Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891-2.pdf D09002ee1b000de78 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891-2.pdf 891 892 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 891 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg891-2 14 2015-07-11 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:05 p.m. on July 10 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on July 11. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on July 10, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on July 11. Housing Discrimination, prevention efforts Housing Discrimination, prevention efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg892.pdf D09002ee1b000de79 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg892 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg892 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg892.pdf 892 896 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 892 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the White House Conference on Aging PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg892 15 2015-07-13 Note: The President spoke at 11:12 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Vickie Elisa, board president, Mothers' Voices Georgia, who introduced the President; and long-distance swimmer Diana Nyad. White House Office Aging, White House Conference on Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Social Security and retirement Social Security program Health and medical care Affordability and costs Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Economy, national Poverty, efforts to combat Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Health and medical care Home health care Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Seniors, prescription drug benefits Health and medical care Preventive care and public health programs Health and Human Services, Department of Secretary Health and medical care Cost control reforms Economy, national Economic concerns Economy, national Improvement Social Security and retirement IRA, 401(k), and 403(b) retirement accounts Social Security and retirement Social Security reform Economy, national Financial regulations, strengthening efforts Social Security and retirement Treasury savings account Labor issues Minimum wage Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Labor, Department of Secretary AARP Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Social Security and retirement Social Security program Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Economy, national Poverty, efforts to combat Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg896.pdf D09002ee1b000de7a https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg896 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg896 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg896.pdf 896 899 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 896 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action To Prevent Iran From Obtaining a Nuclear Weapon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg896 16 2015-07-14 Note: The President spoke at 7:02 a.m. on the State Floor at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran Nuclear energy, civilian usage Atomic Energy Agency, International (IAEA) Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iran International and U.S. sanctions Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iran Relations with U.S Iran International diplomatic efforts Energy, Department of Secretary State, Department of Secretary Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg899.pdf D09002ee1b000de7b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg899 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg899 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg899.pdf 899 906 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 899 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the NAACP Annual Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg899 17 2015-07-14 Note: The President spoke at 4:54 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to former White House Council on Environmental Quality Special Adviser for Green Jobs Anthony K. "Van" Jones; former Speaker of the House of Representatives Newton L. Gingrich; Charles G. Koch, chief executive officer and chairman of the board, and David H. Koch, executive vice president, Koch Industries, Inc.; Sens. Michael S. Lee, Cory A. Booker, and Sheldon Whitehouse; H. Julian Bond, chairman emeritus, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People; filmmaker El Sawyer; Robert Warner, program director, Philadelphia CeaseFire-Cure Violence; and Tara Timberman, founder and coordinator, Fox Rothchild Center for Law and Society's Reentry Support Project at the Community College of Philadelphia. Civil rights Racial equality NAACP Pennsylvania President's visits Pennsylvania Governor Connecticut Governor White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Civil rights Racial equality Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Justice, Department of Attorney General Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Crime rate, decline Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Business and industry Criminal record screening for job applications, restriction efforts Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Civil rights Racial equality NAACP Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg906.pdf D09002ee1b000de7c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg906 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg906 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg906.pdf 906 918 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 906 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg906 18 2015-07-15 Note: The President's news conference began at 1:25 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Hoseini-Khamenei and President Hassan Rouhani of Iran; Israel's Ambassador to the U.S. Ron Dermer; Saeed Abedini, Amir M. Hekmati, Jason Rezaian, and Robert A. Levinson, U.S. citizens imprisoned or missing in Iran; former Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr.; rehabilitated ex-offenders Jeffrey Copeland, El Sawyer, and Robert Warner of Philadelphia, PA; and White House Press Secretary Joshua R. Earnest. He also referred to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran. A reporter referred to actor and comedian Bill Cosby. Communications News media, Presidential interviews Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iran Multilateral arms embargo Israel Security cooperation with U.S Iran International and U.S. sanctions Congress Bipartisanship Israel Prime Minister State, Department of Secretary State, Department of Political Affairs, Under Secretary for Energy, Department of Secretary Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Yemen Political unrest and violence Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Cuba Relations with U.S Israel Security cooperation with U.S Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Syria President Iran Supreme Leader Congress Bipartisanship Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Israel Prime Minister Energy, Department of Secretary Iran Nuclear energy, civilian usage Atomic Energy Agency, International (IAEA) Iran International and U.S. sanctions Israel Prime Minister Israel Ambassador to U.S Iran Multilateral arms embargo Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Yemen Political unrest and violence Iran Nuclear energy, civilian usage Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Multilateral arms embargo Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Reconciliation efforts Israel Security cooperation with U.S Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Middle East Economic growth and development Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Prime Minister Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Iran U.S. citizens, detention Iran International diplomatic efforts Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Iran Multilateral arms embargo Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Israel Prime Minister Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Civil rights Racial equality Congress Bipartisanship Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Education Early childhood education programs Civil rights Racial equality White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Law enforcement and crime Crime rate, decline Justice, Department of Attorney General Africa Trade with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Al-Shabaab terrorist organization Kenya Democracy efforts Kenya Government officials, corruption issues Decorations, medals, and awards Medal of Honor Law enforcement and crime Sexual assault Iran Economic growth and development Iran International and U.S. sanctions Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran Nuclear weapons development Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg918.pdf D09002ee1b000de7d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg918 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg918 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg918.pdf 918 924 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 918 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Announcing the ConnectHome Initiative at Durant High School in Durant, Oklahoma PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg918 19 2015-07-15 Note: The President spoke at 6:07 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Mark E. Zuckerberg, founder and chief executive officer, Facebook, Inc.; and William H. Gates III, founder, technology adviser, and board member, Microsoft Corp. White House Office ConnectHome initiative Oklahoma Durant High School in Durant Oklahoma President's visit American Indians and Alaska Natives White House Tribal Nations Conference American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal Youth Gathering, White House Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Affordability and costs Energy Domestic sources Education Global competitiveness American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government American Indians and Alaska Natives Economic growth and development Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Education Global competitiveness Education Science and math programs Education Technology and innovation, expansion efforts White House Office ConnectHome initiative Housing and Urban Development, Department of ConnectHome initiative White House Office ConnectHome initiative Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg924.pdf D09002ee1b000de7e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg924 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg924 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg924.pdf 924 925 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 924 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Visit at Federal Correctional Institution El Reno and an Exchange With Reporters in El Reno, Oklahoma PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg924 20 2015-07-16 Note: The President spoke at 11:25 a.m. in Cell Block B. Oklahoma Federal Correctional Institution El Reno in El Reno Oklahoma President's visit Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Drug abuse and trafficking Education and prevention efforts Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Congress Bipartisanship Education Vocational and technical education programs Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Oklahoma Federal Correctional Institution El Reno in El Reno Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Sexual assault Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg925.pdf D09002ee1b000de7f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg925 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg925 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg925.pdf 925 926 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 925 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Shootings at United States Military Facilities in Chattanooga, Tennessee PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg925 21 2015-07-16 Note: The President spoke at 5:20 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Mohammod Youssuf Abdulazeez, suspected gunman in the shootings at the military facilities in Chattanooga, TN; Sgt. Carson A. Holmquist, USMC, Gy. Sgt. Thomas Sullivan, USMC, L. Cpl. Squire K. Wells, USMC, and S. Sgt. David Allen Wyatt, USMC, who were killed in the shooting at the Naval Operational Support Center in Chattanooga; and Chattanooga Police Officer Dennis Pedigo, who was injured in the shooting. Defense, Department of Chattanooga, TN, military facilities, shootings Tennessee Shootings in Chattanooga Justice, Department of Bureau of Investigation, Federal Tennessee Shootings in Chattanooga Defense, Department of Chattanooga, TN, military facilities, shootings Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg926.pdf D09002ee1b000de80 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg926 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg926 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg926.pdf 926 927 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 926 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Observance of Eid al-Fitr PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg926 22 2015-07-16 Note: The statement referred to Faatimah Amatullah Knight, graduate student in religious studies, Chicago Theological Seminary. Holidays and special observances Eid al-Fitr Civil rights Freedom of religion South Carolina Shooting in Charleston Holidays and special observances Eid al-Fitr Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927.pdf D09002ee1b000de81 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927.pdf 927 927 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 927 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Visit With Women's Army Auxiliary Corps World War II Veteran Emma Didlake PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927 23 2015-07-17 Note: The President spoke at 1:30 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Veterans Meeting with President Veterans Service and dedication Veterans Women veterans Civil rights Racial equality Veterans Benefits Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927-2.pdf D09002ee1b000de82 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927-2.pdf 927 928 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 927 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Former Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg927-2 24 2015-07-17 Note: Identical letters were sent to John A. Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Liberia Former President Liberia Democracy efforts

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg928.pdf D09002ee1b000de83 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg928 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg928 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg928.pdf 928 929 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 928 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg928 25 2015-07-18 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 1:55 p.m. on July 17 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on July 18. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on July 17, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on July 18. Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran International and U.S. sanctions Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929.pdf D09002ee1b000de84 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929.pdf 929 929 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 929 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of George E. Cooper PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929 26 2015-07-19 Education, Department of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, White House Initiative on Education Minority students Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929-2.pdf D09002ee1b000de85 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929-2.pdf 929 931 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 929 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg929-2 27 2015-07-20 Note: The President spoke at 11:14 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, President Buhari referred to former President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria; and former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission for Nigeria Attahiru Muhammadu Jega. Nigeria President Nigeria Presidential election Nigeria Democracy efforts Nigeria Boko Haram terrorist organization Nigeria Corruption issues Nigeria Economic growth and development Nigeria Relations with U.S Nigeria Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Environment Climate change Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran Nuclear weapons development Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg931.pdf D09002ee1b000de86 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg931 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg931 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg931.pdf 931 933 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 931 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg931 28 2015-07-20 Note: The President spoke at 5:33 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Haben Girma, Skadden Fellowship attorney, Disability Rights Advocates; former Sens. Thomas R. Harkin and Robert J. Dole; and former Rep. Anthony L. Coelho. He also referred to his brother-in-law Craig M. Robinson. The related proclamation of July 24 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Americans with Disabilities Act, 25th anniversary Civil rights Disabled persons, antidiscrimination efforts Labor, Department of Secretary White House Office Public Engagement, Office of Civil rights Disabled persons, antidiscrimination efforts Government organization and employees Individuals with disabilities, expanding Federal employment opportunities Homeland Security, Department of Emergency Management Agency, Federal State, Department of International Disability Rights, Special Adviser for Americans with Disabilities Act, 25th anniversary White House Office Vice President Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg934.pdf D09002ee1b000de87 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg934 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg934 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg934.pdf 934 940 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 934 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Veterans of Foreign Wars National Convention in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg934 29 2015-07-21 Note: The President spoke at 11:30 a.m. at the David Lawrence Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to Rich Fitzgerald, county executive, Alleghany County, PA; Michael S. Linnington, Director, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency; Jill T. Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden; Barbara Forsha, interim director, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System; Mohammod Youssuf Abdulazeez, suspected gunman in the shootings at the military facilities in Chattanooga, TN, on July 16; Heith Wyatt and Rebecca Wyatt, children of S. Sgt. David A. Wyatt, USMC, who was killed in the July 16 shooting at the Naval Operational Support Center in Chattanooga; and Wyatt A. Holmquist, son of Sgt. Carson A. Holmquist, USMC, who was also killed in the July 16 shooting. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Veterans of Foreign Wars Pennsylvania President's visits Veterans Service and dedication Veterans Affairs, Department of Secretary Defense, Department of Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Armed Forces, U.S Military families Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Social Security and retirement IRA, 401(k), and 403(b) retirement accounts Health and medical care Affordability and costs Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Energy Domestic sources Energy Foreign sources Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Armed Forces, U.S Funding Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Science and technology Research and development Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Congress Bipartisanship Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization United Kingdom Prime Minister United Kingdom Relations with U.S North Atlantic Treaty Organization Afghanistan NATO, role Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Tennessee Shootings in Chattanooga Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Cuba Relations with U.S Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran International diplomatic efforts Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic efforts, expansion Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iran Human rights issues Israel Security cooperation with U.S Iran U.S. citizens, detention Veterans of Foreign Wars Veterans Affairs, Department of Funding Veterans Benefits Health and medical care Mental health programs and services Veterans Job training and education assistance Housing Homelessness Veterans Hiring incentives Veterans Affairs, Department of Veterans Health Administration Veterans Health and medical care Veterans Affairs, Department of Secretary Veterans Affairs, Department of Funding Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Veterans Women veterans Veterans Mental health issues Health and medical care Mental health programs and services Veterans Benefits Veterans Affairs, Department of Veterans Health Administration Housing Homelessness Economy, national Financial regulations, modernization efforts Veterans Job training and education assistance Veterans Hiring incentives Veterans of Foreign Wars Tennessee Shootings in Chattanooga Veterans of Foreign Wars Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941.pdf D09002ee1b000de88 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941.pdf 941 941 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 941 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Transnational Criminal Organizations PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941 30 2015-07-21 Note: The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Law enforcement and crime Transnational criminal organizations

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941-2.pdf D09002ee1b000de89 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941-2.pdf 941 943 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 941 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Fundraiser in New York City PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg941-2 31 2015-07-21 Note: The President spoke at 6:14 p.m. at the residence of Drew and Rachel Katz. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Democratic Party Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee New York Democratic Party events New York President's visits Economy, national Improvement Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Energy Domestic sources Environment Climate change Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic efforts, expansion Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Education Early childhood education programs Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Science and technology Research and development Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg943.pdf D09002ee1b000de8a https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg943 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg943 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg943.pdf 943 944 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 943 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Small-Business Owners To Discuss Reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank of the United States PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg943 32 2015-07-22 Note: The President spoke at 2:31 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Susan Axelrod, owner, Love and Quiches Gourmet; Mayor William S. "Sandy" Stimpson of Mobile, AL; Mayor John C. Giles of Mesa, AZ; and Donald J. Trump, chairman and chief executive officer, Trump Organization, in his capacity as a 2016 Republican Presidential candidate. Business and industry Small businesses, promotion efforts Export-Import Bank, U.S Congress Bipartisanship Business and industry Small businesses, promotion efforts Export-Import Bank, U.S Employment and unemployment Job losses Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg944.pdf D09002ee1b000de8b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg944 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg944 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg944.pdf 944 946 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 944 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Reception Celebrating Reauthorization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg944 33 2015-07-22 Note: The President spoke at 6:30 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Djibouti's Ambassador to the U.S. Roble Olhaye Oudine. Africa African Growth and Opportunity Act Deaths Olhaye Oudine, Roble Djibouti, U.S. Ambassador Africa Relations with U.S Africa African Growth and Opportunity Act Africa Economic growth and development Development, U.S. Agency for International Africa Trade with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg946.pdf D09002ee1b000de8c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg946 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg946 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg946.pdf 946 947 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 946 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Reach Higher Initiative "Beating the Odds" Summit PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg946 34 2015-07-23 Note: The President spoke at 2:57 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to musician Olubowale V. "Wale" Akintimehin. White House Office Reach Higher initiative, "Beating the Odds" Summit Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Civil rights Racial equality Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality White House Office Reach Higher initiative, "Beating the Odds" Summit Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg947.pdf D09002ee1b000de8d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg947 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg947 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg947.pdf 947 948 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 947 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg947 35 2015-07-25 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:20 p.m. on July 23 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on July 25. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on July 24, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on July 25. Economy, national Improvement Economy, national Financial regulations, strengthening efforts Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Economy, national Financial regulations, modernization efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Improvement Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg948.pdf D09002ee1b000de8e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg948 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg948 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg948.pdf 948 951 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 948 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Panel Discussion at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Nairobi, Kenya PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg948 36 2015-07-25 Note: The President spoke at 10:40 a.m. at the United Nations Compound. In his remarks, he referred to Brian J. Chesky, cofounder and chief executive officer, Airbnb, Inc. Business and industry Global Entrepreneurship Summit Kenya President Obama's visit Kenya President Africa Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Kenya President Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Business and industry Global Entrepreneurship Summit Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) Kenya President Foreign policy, U.S Open government and transparency, promotion efforts Open Government Partnership Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg952.pdf D09002ee1b000de8f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg952 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg952 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg952.pdf 952 952 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 952 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Tour of the Power Africa Innovation Fair in Nairobi PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg952 37 2015-07-25 Note: The President spoke at 11:36 a.m. at the United Nations Compound. 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In his remarks, he referred to Margaret Gakuo Kenyatta, wife of President Kenyatta. He also referred to his grandmother Sarah Onyango Obama and sister Auma. President Kenyatta referred to Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Trade Amina Chawahir Mohamed and former President Mwai Kibaki of Kenya. A portion of President Kenyatta's remarks could not be verified because the audio was incomplete. 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In his remarks, he referred to his sister Auma; Kenyan marathon runner Hezekiah Kipchoge Keino; Margaret Gakuo Kenyatta, wife of President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya; and Dylann S. Roof, suspected gunman in the June 17 shooting at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, SC. He also referred to the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). 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In his remarks, he referred to Olive Mugenda, vice chancellor, Kenyatta University; and U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Robert F. Godec. A participant referred to Hussein Khalid, executive director, HAKI Africa. 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In his remarks, he referred to the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in Eastern Africa. 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In his remarks, he referred to Zeresenay "Zeray" Alemseged, professor of anthropology, California Academy of Sciences; Simegnish "Lily" Mengesha, Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellow, National Endowment for Democracy; and marathon runner Lelisa Desisa. Prime Minister Hailemariam referred to the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in Eastern Africa. 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In his remarks, he referred to Chairperson Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma of the African Union Commission; President Pierre Nkurunziza of Burundi; President Salva Kiir Mayardit and former Vice President Riek Machar Teny Dhurgon of South Sudan; and Mandela Washington Fellow Sobel Aziz Ngom. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. 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Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1015.pdf D09002ee1b000dea9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1015 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1015 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1015.pdf 1015 1016 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1015 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Signing the Surface Transportation and Veterans Health Care Choice Improvement Act of 2015 PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1015 52 2015-07-31 Note: The President spoke at 11:35 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. H.R. 3236, approved July 31, was assigned Public Law No. 114-41. 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The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on July 31, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on August 1. Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Holidays and special observances Medicare and Medicaid, 50th anniversary Economy, national Poverty, efforts to combat Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Health and medical care Seniors, prescription drug benefits Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1017.pdf D09002ee1b000deac https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1017 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1017 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1017.pdf 1017 1028 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1017 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session at the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Presidential Summit Town Hall PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1017 54 2015-08-03 Note: The President spoke at 11:45 a.m. at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Mandela Washington Fellow Grace Alache Jerry, who introduced the President; and Michael Weinstein, founder, AIDS Health Care Foundation. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Africa Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Africa HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment strategy Business and industry Global Entrepreneurship Summit Business and industry Global Entrepreneurship Summit Africa HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment strategy Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Guinea Women, status Africa Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Education Foreign exchange programs Africa Educational exchanges with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Environment Climate change Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Africa Women, status Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Civil rights Wage equality Environment Climate change Africa Economic growth and development Environment Environmental justice Environment Carbon emissions Africa Energy infrastructure, improvement efforts Energy Solar and wind energy Africa Economic growth and development Africa Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Africa Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) United Nations Security Council United Nations Peacekeeping operations Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Environment Climate change Africa Human rights issues Natural disasters Response and recovery efforts Africa Ethnic conflict and violence Terrorism Global threat Somalia Al-Shabaab terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Nigeria Boko Haram terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Somalia Al-Shabaab terrorist organization Kenya President Civil rights Racial equality Africa Women, status Civil rights Disabled persons, antidiscrimination efforts Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Africa Human rights issues Civil rights Racial equality Africa Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Africa Educational exchanges with U.S Education Foreign exchange programs Africa Energy infrastructure, improvement efforts Africa U.S. assistance Africa Agricultural production, improvement efforts Africa Government officials, corruption issues Africa Women, status Africa Human rights issues Africa Poverty and economic instability Africa Democracy efforts Africa Government officials, corruption issues Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1028.pdf D09002ee1b000dead https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1028 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1028 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1028.pdf 1028 1033 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1028 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Announcing the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Power Plan PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1028 55 2015-08-03 Note: The President spoke at 2:15 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Regina McCarthy; U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy; Gov. Jay R. Inslee of Washington; Tanya Brown, member, Moms Clean Air Force-North Carolina, and her daughter Sanaa; Sumita Khatri, codirector, Cleveland Clinic's Asthma Center; and Joan Marie Steadman, executive director, Leadership Conference of Women Religious. Environmental Protection Agency Health and Human Services, Department of Surgeon General, U.S Environment Climate change Environment Carbon emissions Washington Governor Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Environment Climate change Environmental Protection Agency Holy See (Vatican City), Pope Energy Coal and clean coal technologies Diseases Asthma and respiratory illnesses Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Environment Climate change Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1033.pdf D09002ee1b000deae https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1033 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1033 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1033.pdf 1033 1036 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1033 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1033 56 2015-08-04 Note: The President spoke at 12:01 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President Salva Kiir Mayardit and former Vice President Riek Machar Teny Dhurgon of South Sudan. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Secretary-General Ban referred to President François Hollande of France; Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany; Jim Yong Kim, President, World Bank; Christine Lagarde, Managing Director, International Monetary Fund; U.N. Special Envoy for Syria Steffan de Mistura; and U.N. Special Envoy for Yemen Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed. He also referred to the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in Eastern Africa; and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). United Nations Secretary-General Environment Climate change Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Yemen Political unrest and violence Libya Political unrest and violence Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization South Sudan Political unrest and violence South Sudan President South Sudan Reconciliation efforts United Nations Millennium Development Goals Developing countries Poverty Foreign policy, U.S Foreign aid policies and funding Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality United Nations General Assembly United Nations Peacekeeping operations Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1036.pdf D09002ee1b000deaf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1036 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1036 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1036.pdf 1036 1039 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1036 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the White House Demo Day Exhibition PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1036 57 2015-08-04 Note: The President spoke at 4:14 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to John Thornton, chief executive officer, Astrobotic; William H. Gates III, founder, technology adviser, and board member, Microsoft Corp.; Tony Aguilar, founder, Student Loan Benefits; former U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Daniel M. Rooney, in his capacity as chairman of the National Football League's Pittsburgh Steelers; and Ramona Pierson, chief executive officer, Declara Inc. White House Office White House Demo Day exhibition Science and technology Robotics Diseases Diabetes, prevention and reduction efforts Health and medical care Exercise Armed Forces, U.S Military families Science and technology Research and development Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Business and industry Small businesses, promotion efforts Business and industry Women-owned businesses Business and industry Minority-owned businesses Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Civil rights Racial equality Veterans Hiring incentives Sports Football Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Civil rights Racial equality Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Small Business Administration White House Office White House Demo Day exhibition Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1039.pdf D09002ee1b000deb0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1039 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1039 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1039.pdf 1039 1048 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1039 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action To Prevent Iran From Obtaining a Nuclear Weapon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1039 58 2015-08-05 Note: The President spoke at 11:58 a.m. in the School of International Service atrium at American University. In his remarks, he referred to former President George W. Bush; and President Bashar al-Asad of Syria. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action District of Columbia American University Iran Relations with U.S Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Iraq U.S. and coalition forces, withdrawal Iraq U.S. military forces, casualties Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iran Nuclear weapons development Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran International and U.S. sanctions United Nations Security Council Iran Nuclear weapons development Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action State, Department of Secretary Energy, Department of Secretary Arms and munitions Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons United Nations Security Council Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Energy, Department of Secretary Syria President Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iran Human rights issues Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Yemen Political unrest and violence Israel Relations with U.S Iran Relations with Israel Israel Relations with Iran Israel Security cooperation with U.S Israel Prime Minister Israel Relations with U.S Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1048.pdf D09002ee1b000deb1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1048 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1048 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1048.pdf 1048 1050 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1048 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the 50th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1048 59 2015-08-06 Note: The President spoke at 2:27 p.m. in the South Court Auditorium of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Civil rights Voting Rights Act of 1965 Holidays and special observances Voting Rights Act, 50th anniversary Justice, Department of Attorney General Elections Voter participation Civil rights Racial equality Congress Bipartisanship Civil rights Voting Rights Act of 1965 Congress Bipartisanship Justice, Department of Attorney General Elections Voter participation Holidays and special observances National Voter Registration Day NAACP Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1050.pdf D09002ee1b000deb2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1050 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1050 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1050.pdf 1050 1051 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1050 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Signing the Sawtooth National Recreation Area and Jerry Peak Wilderness Additions Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1050 60 2015-08-07 Note: The President spoke at 12:05 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. H.R. 1138, approved August 7, was assigned Public Law No. 114-46. Legislation, enacted Sawtooth National Recreation Area and Jerry Peak Wilderness Additions Act Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Legislation, enacted Sawtooth National Recreation Area and Jerry Peak Wilderness Additions Act Idaho Conservation efforts and wilderness designations Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Congress Bipartisanship Natural disasters Wildfires, prevention and response efforts Environment Climate change Public Law 114-46 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1051.pdf D09002ee1b000deb3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1051 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1051 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1051.pdf 1051 1052 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1051 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Export Control Regulations PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1051 61 2015-08-07 Note: Identical letters were sent to John A. Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Commerce, international Export control regulations, U.S. national emergency

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052.pdf D09002ee1b000deb4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052.pdf 1052 1052 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1052 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052 62 2015-08-08 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 11:30 a.m. on August 7 in the Diplomatic Reception Room at the White House for broadcast on August 8. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on August 7, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on August 8. Elections Voter participation Civil rights Racial equality Holidays and special observances Voting Rights Act, 50th anniversary Civil rights Voting Rights Act of 1965 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052-2.pdf D09002ee1b000deb5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052-2.pdf 1052 1053 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1052 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Health of Former President Jimmy Carter PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1052-2 63 2015-08-12 Note: The statement referred to former First Lady Rosalynn Smith Carter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1053.pdf D09002ee1b000deb6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1053 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1053 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1053.pdf 1053 1053 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1053 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1053 64 2015-08-15 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 11:10 a.m. on August 7 in the Diplomatic Reception Room at the White House for broadcast on August 15. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on August 14, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on August 15. Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime State and community law enforcement agencies, Federal support Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054.pdf D09002ee1b000deb7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054.pdf 1054 1054 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1054 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of H. Julian Bond PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054 65 2015-08-16 Note: The statement referred to Pamela S. Horowitz, wife, and Horace M. Bond II, Jeffrey A. Bond, Michael J. Bond, Phyllis J. Bond McMillan, and Julia L. Bond, children, of Mr. Bond. Deaths Bond, H. Julian Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-2.pdf D09002ee1b000deb8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-2.pdf 1054 1054 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1054 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Emma Didlake PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-2 66 2015-08-17 Deaths Didlake, Emma Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-3.pdf D09002ee1b000deb9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-3.pdf 1054 1054 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1054 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Former Representative Louis Stokes PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-3 67 2015-08-19 Deaths Stokes, former Rep. Louis Ohio, former U.S. Representative, death Congress Congressional Black Caucus Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-4.pdf D09002ee1b000deba https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-4 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-4.pdf 1054 1055 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1054 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1054-4 68 2015-08-22 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 11:15 a.m. on August 7 in the Diplomatic Reception Room at the White House for broadcast on August 22. In the address, the President referred to Mayor Edward B. Murray of Seattle, WA; and Mayor Gregory A. Ballard of Indianapolis, IN. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on August 21, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on August 22. Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Strengthening efforts Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Labor issues Minimum wage Education Early childhood education programs Export-Import Bank, U.S Business and industry Global competitiveness Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Science and technology Research and development Congress Bipartisanship Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1055.pdf D09002ee1b000debb https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1055 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1055 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1055.pdf 1055 1060 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1055 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the National Clean Energy Summit in Las Vegas, Nevada PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1055 69 2015-08-24 Note: The President spoke at 5:12 p.m. at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to President Dilma Vana Rousseff of Brazil; Charles G. Koch, chief executive officer and chairman of the board, and David H. Koch, executive vice president, Koch Industries, Inc. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on August 25. Energy National Clean Energy Summit Nevada President's visit Environment Climate change Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic efforts, expansion Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Energy National energy policy Energy Solar and wind energy Economy, national Strengthening efforts Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Veterans Job training and education assistance Energy National energy policy Brazil President Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Infrastructure and grid improvements Environment Carbon emissions Energy Infrastructure and grid improvements Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Job losses Environment Climate change Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1060.pdf D09002ee1b000debc https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1060 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1060 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1060.pdf 1060 1063 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1060 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Nevada State Democratic Party Fundraiser in Henderson, Nevada PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1060 70 2015-08-24 Note: The President spoke at 7:04 p.m. at the residence of Brian and Myra Greenspun. In his remarks, he referred to Derek S. Jeter, former shortstop, Major League Baseball's New York Yankees. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on August 25. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Nevada Democratic Party event Nevada President's visit Sports Golf Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Energy Solar and wind energy Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Foreign policy, U.S Infectious diseases, efforts to combat Foreign policy, U.S Poverty, efforts to combat Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Congress Bipartisanship Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Environment Climate change Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1063.pdf D09002ee1b000debd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1063 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1063 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1063.pdf 1063 1064 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1063 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Honoring the 2014 Women's National Basketball Association Champion Phoenix Mercury PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1063 71 2015-08-26 Note: The President spoke at 12:31 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Brittney Griner, center, Candice Dupree and Penelope J. Taylor, forwards, DeWanna Bonner, guard/forward, and Erin V. Phillips, former guard, Phoenix Mercury. Sports Basketball Voluntarism Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Sports Basketball Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064.pdf D09002ee1b000debe https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064.pdf 1064 1064 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1064 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Amelia Boynton Robinson PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064 72 2015-08-26 Deaths Robinson, Amelia Boynton Elections Voter participation Civil rights Civil rights movement Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064-2.pdf D09002ee1b000debf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064-2.pdf 1064 1065 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1064 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Tour of the Faubourg Lafitte Neighborhood in New Orleans, Louisiana PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1064-2 73 2015-08-27 Note: The President spoke at 1:11 p.m. Louisiana Hurricane Katrina, damage and recovery efforts Louisiana President's visit Natural disasters Hurricane Katrina Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1065.pdf D09002ee1b000dec0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1065 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1065 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1065.pdf 1065 1066 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1065 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Briefing on Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery Efforts in New Orleans PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1065 74 2015-08-27 Note: The President spoke at 3:44 p.m. at the Andrew P. Sanchez and Copelin-Byrd Multi-Purpose Center. In his remarks, he referred to Thad W. Allen, executive vice president, Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., in his former capacity as Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard; and Robin Barnes, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Greater New Orleans, Inc. Natural disasters Preparedness efforts Environment Water management policy, improvement efforts Army, Department of the Corps of Engineers Environment Quality and improvement efforts Natural disasters Response and recovery efforts Natural disasters Response and recovery efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1066.pdf D09002ee1b000dec1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1066 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1066 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1066.pdf 1066 1072 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1066 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the 10th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1066 75 2015-08-27 Note: The President spoke at 4 p.m. at the Andrew P. Sanchez and Copelin-Byrd Multi-Purpose Center. In his remarks, he referred to Michelle Gobert, president, Signs Now; Donna Brazile, vice chair of voter registration and participation, Democratic National Committee; Willie Mae Seaton, founder, Willie Mae's Scotch House restaurant; musicians Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews and Malcolm J. "Dr. John" Rebennack, Jr.; and Victor York-Carter, Garland Sipper, Caswick Naverro, and Denzel Shine, participants in a "My Brother's Keeper" affiliate program, who had lunch with the President. Louisiana President's visit Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Economy, national Strengthening efforts Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Defense, Department of Funding Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Education School improvement and renovation Science and technology Research and development Natural disasters Preparedness efforts New York Hurricane Sandy, damage and recovery efforts New Jersey Hurricane Sandy, damage and recovery efforts Housing Hurricane-displaced households, Federal assistance Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Environment Water management policy, improvement efforts Business and industry Small businesses, promotion efforts Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Preventive care and public health programs Veterans Affairs, Department of Veterans Health Administration Business and industry Domestic investment, promotion efforts Health and medical care Mental health programs and services Education Early childhood education programs Education School improvement and renovation White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Economy, national Poverty, efforts to combat Veterans Homelessness Natural disasters Response and recovery efforts Army, Department of the Corps of Engineers Environment Water management policy, improvement efforts Homeland Security, Department of Emergency Management Agency, Federal Natural disasters Preparedness efforts Environment Climate change Natural disasters Hurricane Katrina Education Science and math programs Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Education High school graduation rate Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Iraq U.S. and coalition forces, withdrawal Afghanistan U.S. and coalition forces, withdrawal Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Economy, national Improvement Louisiana Hurricane Katrina, damage and recovery efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1072.pdf D09002ee1b000dec2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1072 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1072 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1072.pdf 1072 1083 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1072 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session During a Live Webcast on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action To Prevent Iran From Obtaining a Nuclear Weapon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1072 76 2015-08-28 Note: The President spoke at 2:10 p.m. in the Diplomatic Reception Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to former National Security Adviser Brent Scowcroft; and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Hoseini-Khamenei of Iran. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Energy, Department of Secretary Israel Relations with U.S Israel Security cooperation with U.S Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Iran Relations with Israel Israel Relations with Iran Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Israel Security cooperation with U.S Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Nuclear weapons development Israel Relations with Iran Iran Relations with Israel Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Israel Security cooperation with U.S Israel Prime Minister Israel Relations with U.S Congress Bipartisanship North Korea Nuclear weapons development Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Atomic Energy Agency, International (IAEA) Israel Security cooperation with U.S Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iran Human rights issues Iran International and U.S. sanctions Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Israel Prime Minister Israel Prime Minister Iran International and U.S. sanctions Iran Supreme Leader Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Yemen Political unrest and violence Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Israel Security cooperation with U.S State, Department of Secretary Energy, Department of Secretary Treasury, Department of the Secretary Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Iran International and U.S. sanctions Israel Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084.pdf D09002ee1b000dec3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084.pdf 1084 1084 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1084 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting an Alternative Pay Plan for Members of the Uniformed Services PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084 77 2015-08-28 Note: Identical letters were sent to John A. Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. An original was not available for verification of the content of this letter. Government organization and employees Uniformed servicemembers, alternative pay plan Economy, national Improvement

Title 37 Section 1009(e) 37 U.S.C. 1009(e) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dec4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084-2.pdf 1084 1084 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1084 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting an Alternative Pay Plan for Civilian Federal Employees PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1084-2 78 2015-08-28 Note: Identical letters were sent to John A. Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. Government organization and employees Civilian Federal employees, alternative pay plan

Title 5 Section 5303(b) Title 5 Section 5304a 5 U.S.C. 5303(b) 5 U.S.C. 5304a Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1085.pdf D09002ee1b000dec5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1085 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1085 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1085.pdf 1085 1086 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1085 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1085 79 2015-08-29 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 1:25 p.m. on August 28 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on August 29. In the address, the President referred to Gov. William M. Walker of Alaska. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on August 28, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on August 29. Environment Climate change Alaska Environmental concerns Alaska Governor China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Solar and wind energy Energy Domestic sources Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1086.pdf D09002ee1b000dec6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1086 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1086 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1086.pdf 1086 1087 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1086 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Roundtable Discussion With Alaska Native Leaders in Anchorage, Alaska PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1086 80 2015-08-31 Note: The President spoke at 4:22 p.m. at the Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center. American Indians and Alaska Natives Alaska Natives, leaders meeting with President Alaska President's visit Alaska Lieutenant Governor Interior, Department of the Secretary American Indians and Alaska Natives White House Tribal Nations Conference American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government American Indians and Alaska Natives Standing Rock Sioux Reservation American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal lands, environmental issues Energy Gasoline, oil, and natural gas costs American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government Alaska Governor Alaska Lieutenant Governor Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1087.pdf D09002ee1b000dec7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1087 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1087 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1087.pdf 1087 1091 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1087 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Global Leadership in the Arctic: Cooperation, Innovation, Engagement and Resilience (GLACIER) Conference in Anchorage PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1087 81 2015-08-31 Note: The President spoke at 5 p.m. at the Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to Richard Wheeler, Andrew Zajac, and Tom Zbyszewski, U.S. Forest Service firefighters who died attempting to control the Twisp Fire in Okanogan County, WA; Daniel Lyon, Jr., a U.S. Forest Service firefighter undergoing treatment for severe burns at the Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA; and Meredith Nettles, associate professor of earth and environmental sciences, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory at Columbia University. Alaska President's visit State, Department of Secretary American Indians and Alaska Natives Alaska Natives, leaders meeting with President Environment Climate change Arctic Council Alaska Environmental concerns American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal lands, environmental issues Natural disasters Wildfires, prevention and response efforts Alaska Wildfires, damage and recovery efforts Environment Carbon emissions Alaska Environmental concerns Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Solar and wind energy Alaska Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies Energy Energy efficiency and weatherization of homes and buildings Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Economy, national Economic concerns Economy, national Improvement Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment Quality and improvement efforts Economy, national Strengthening efforts American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal lands, environmental issues United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change American Indians and Alaska Natives Alaska Natives, leaders meeting with President American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal lands, environmental issues Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1091.pdf D09002ee1b000dec8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1091 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1091 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1091.pdf 1091 1092 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1091 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park in Seward, Alaska PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1091 82 2015-09-01 Note: The President spoke at approximately 1 p.m. Alaska President's visit Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092.pdf D09002ee1b000dec9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092.pdf 1092 1092 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1092 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Boat Tour of Kenai Fjords National Park in Seward PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092 83 2015-09-01 Note: The President spoke at 4:24 p.m. at Seward Harbor. Environment Climate change Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092-2.pdf D09002ee1b000deca https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092-2.pdf 1092 1093 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1092 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Visit With Fishermen in Dillingham, Alaska PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1092-2 84 2015-09-02 Note: The President spoke at 12:34 p.m. on Kanakanak Beach. American Indians and Alaska Natives Environmental concerns Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1093.pdf D09002ee1b000decb https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1093 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1093 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1093.pdf 1093 1093 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1093 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at N&N Market in Dillingham PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1093 85 2015-09-02 Note: The President spoke at 2:02 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Ralph Anderson, chief executive officer, Bristol Bay Native Association. Economy, national Economic concerns Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1094.pdf D09002ee1b000decc https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1094 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1094 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1094.pdf 1094 1098 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1094 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at Kotzebue Middle/High School in Kotzebue, Alaska PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1094 86 2015-09-02 Note: The President spoke at 5:45 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Millie Hawley, president, Kivalina Tribal Council, who introduced the President. Alaska Lieutenant Governor Alaska Governor Veterans Service and dedication Alaska President's visit Economy, national Strengthening efforts Economy, national Travel and tourism, promotion efforts Interior, Department of the National parks, maintenance and restoration projects Education Technology and innovation, expansion efforts Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Alaska Governor Alaska Lieutenant Governor Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Health and medical care Women's health issues Environment Quality and improvement efforts Environment Climate change American Indians and Alaska Natives Environmental concerns Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Solar and wind energy Energy Infrastructure and grid improvements Energy Solar and wind energy Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Energy Energy efficiency and weatherization of homes and buildings Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Transportation Highway system, modernization efforts Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Environment Climate change American Indians and Alaska Natives Environmental concerns Environment Water management policy, improvement efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098.pdf D09002ee1b000decd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098.pdf 1098 1098 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1098 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the 70th Anniversary of the End of World War II in the Pacific PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098 87 2015-09-02 World War II, 70th anniversary of conclusion in Pacific Japan Relations with U.S Japan Prime Minister Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dece https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098-2.pdf 1098 1099 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1098 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Representative John P. Kline, Jr.'s Decision Not To Seek Reelection PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1098-2 88 2015-09-03 Note: The statement referred to J. Daniel Kline and Katherine Kline Danner, children of Rep. Kline. Minnesota, U.S. Representative, retirement Congress Bipartisanship Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1099.pdf D09002ee1b000decf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1099 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1099 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1099.pdf 1099 1100 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1099 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1099 89 2015-09-04 Note: The President spoke at 11:39 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. King Salman spoke in Arabic, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Saudi Arabia King Saudi Arabia Relations with U.S Yemen Political unrest and violence Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1100.pdf D09002ee1b000ded0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1100 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1100 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1100.pdf 1100 1101 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1100 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement by President Obama and King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1100 90 2015-09-04 Note: The joint statement referred to President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi of Iraq; and Minister of Defense Muhammad bin Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. It also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Saudi Arabia King Iran Terrorism, sponsorship Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Saudi Arabia Security cooperation with U.S Commerce, international Piracy Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Terrorism Global threat Yemen Political unrest and violence Yemen Saudi Arabia, role Yemen International assistance Middle East Arab-Israeli conflict, peace process Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria President Iraq Prime Minister Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Reconciliation efforts Lebanon Political unrest and violence Environment Climate change United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Saudi Arabia Relations with U.S Saudi Arabia Defense, Minister of Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1101.pdf D09002ee1b000ded1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1101 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1101 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1101.pdf 1101 1102 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1101 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1101 91 2015-09-05 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 2:15 p.m. on September 4 in the Map Room at the White House for broadcast on September 5. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on September 4, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on September 5. Holidays and special observances Labor Day Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Improvement Economy, national Strengthening efforts Holidays and special observances Labor Day Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1102.pdf D09002ee1b000ded2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1102 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1102 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1102.pdf 1102 1107 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1102 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Greater Boston Labor Council Labor Day Breakfast in Boston, Massachusetts PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1102 92 2015-09-07 Note: The President spoke at 11:20 a.m. at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel and Towers. In his remarks, he referred to Thomas E.P. Brady, Jr., quarterback, National Football League's New England Patriots; Gov. Scott K. Walker of Wisconsin, former Hewlett-Packard Chief Executive Officer Cara Carleton "Carly" Fiorina, and Gov. Christopher J. Christie of New Jersey, in their capacities as 2016 Republican Presidential candidates; and Lilly Ledbetter, former employee, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. plant in Gadsden, AL. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization; and Executive Order 13706, which is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Massachusetts Greater Boston Labor Council Massachusetts President's visits Labor, Department of Secretary Sports Football Labor issues Overtime pay regulations, modernization efforts Labor issues Minimum wage Social Security and retirement Social Security program Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Business and industry Domestic investment, promotion efforts Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Taxation Tax relief Economy, national Financial regulations, strengthening efforts Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Economy, national Improvement Economy, national Income inequality Economy, national Improvement Sports Baseball Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Armed Forces, U.S Funding Education School improvement and renovation Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Education Early childhood education programs Education, Department of Funding Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Labor issues Workplace safety, improvement efforts Labor issues Minimum wage Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Wisconsin Governor Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Civil rights Wage equality New Jersey Governor Civil rights Wage equality Labor issues Workplace flexibility, improvement efforts Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Labor issues Minimum wage Labor issues Overtime pay regulations, modernization efforts Labor, Department of Health and medical care Women's health issues Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Holidays and special observances Labor Day Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1108.pdf D09002ee1b000ded3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1108 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1108 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1108.pdf 1108 1110 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1108 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Honoring the NCAA Men's Basketball Champion Duke University Blue Devils PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1108 93 2015-09-08 Note: The President spoke at 11:56 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to former Personal Aide to the President Reginald L. Love; Tyus Jones and Grayson Allen, guards, Justise Winslow, forward, and Marshall Plumlee, center, Duke University men's basketball team; and Perky and Leslie Plumlee, parents, and Miles and Mason Plumlee, brothers, of Mr. Plumlee. Sports Basketball Holidays and special observances Labor Day Transportation, Department of Secretary Army, Department of the Secretary Army, Department of the Chief of Staff Sports NCAA championship teams Education Early childhood education programs Voluntarism Economy, national Poverty, efforts to combat Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1110.pdf D09002ee1b000ded4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1110 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1110 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1110.pdf 1110 1115 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1110 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at Macomb Community College in Warren, Michigan PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1110 94 2015-09-09 Note: The President spoke at approximately 3:50 p.m. in the Sports and Expo Center. In his remarks, he referred to former Gov. James E. Geringer of Wyoming. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the introductory remarks of Jill T. Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden. Michigan Macomb Community College in Warren Michigan President's visit Armed Forces, U.S Military families Education College Promise Advisory Board White House Office Vice President Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Sports Football Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Economy, national Income inequality Business and industry Global competitiveness Education Global competitiveness Veterans Benefits Congress Bipartisanship Taxation Tax Code, reform Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Business and industry Global competitiveness Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Congress Bipartisanship Business and industry Global competitiveness Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Michigan Macomb Community College in Warren Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Strengthening efforts Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Economy, national Improvement Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1116.pdf D09002ee1b000ded5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1116 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1116 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1116.pdf 1116 1117 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1116 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Roundtable Discussion With Veterans and Gold Star Mothers on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action To Prevent Iran From Obtaining a Nuclear Weapon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1116 95 2015-09-10 Note: The President spoke at 11:45 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Sumpter, OR, resident Michelle DeFord; Mountain View, CA, resident Karen Meredith; and Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter. Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action State, Department of Secretary Veterans Service and dedication Armed Forces, U.S Military families Defense, Department of Secretary Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1117.pdf D09002ee1b000ded6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1117 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1117 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1117.pdf 1117 1119 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1117 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Presenting the National Medal of Arts and the National Humanities Medal PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1117 96 2015-09-10 Note: The President spoke at 3:51 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to 2014 National Humanities Medal recipient Alice Waters, executive chef and owner, Chez Panisse restaurant; and 2014 National Medal of the Arts recipient actor Sally Field. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the reading of the citations. Decorations, medals, and awards Arts, National Medal of the Decorations, medals, and awards Humanities Medal, National Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities, President's Committee on Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Endowment for the Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119.pdf D09002ee1b000ded7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119.pdf 1119 1119 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1119 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Senate Action on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action To Prevent Iran From Obtaining a Nuclear Weapon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119 97 2015-09-10 Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119-2.pdf D09002ee1b000ded8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119-2.pdf 1119 1119 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1119 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1119-2 98 2015-09-10 Note: The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Terrorism Terrorist attacks, U.S. national emergency Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1120.pdf D09002ee1b000ded9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1120 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1120 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1120.pdf 1120 1132 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1120 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session at a Town Hall Meeting at Fort George G. Meade, Maryland PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1120 99 2015-09-11 Note: The President spoke at 2:53 p.m. in Studio 1 of Defense Media Activity. In his remarks, he referred to President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; and Jill T. Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden. He also referred to the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) of Pakistan. Maryland Fort George G. Meade Army, Department of the Fort George G. Meade, MD Maryland President's visits Veterans Service and dedication Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Global threat North Atlantic Treaty Organization Armed Forces, U.S Funding Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic efforts, expansion Armed Forces, U.S Military families White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Women and girls Women and Girls, White House Council on Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Pakistan Federally Administered Tribal Areas, suspected terrorist safe havens Afghanistan Suspected terrorist safe havens Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria President Russia Syria, role Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia Relations with U.S Ukraine Russia, role Syria Suspected terrorist safe havens Russia President Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic efforts, expansion Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Italy Prime Minister Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria President Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria International diplomatic efforts North Atlantic Treaty Organization Environment Climate change Alaska Environmental concerns United Nations General Assembly Defense and national security Intelligence Business and industry Consumer data security, strengthening efforts China President China Relations with U.S Terrorism Global threat Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Armed Forces, U.S Military families Armed Forces, U.S Joining Forces initiative Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Africa Relations with U.S Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Africa Economic growth and development Africa Trade with U.S Somalia Al-Shabaab terrorist organization Terrorism Boko Haram terrorist organization Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Defense and national security Intelligence Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Nigeria Security cooperation with U.S Kenya Security cooperation with U.S Yemen Suspected terrorist safe havens Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Mental health programs and services Armed Forces, U.S Military families Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Defense, Department of Funding Science and technology Research and development Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Economy, national Strengthening efforts Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Commerce, international Free and fair trade Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132.pdf D09002ee1b000deda https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132.pdf 1132 1132 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1132 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on House of Representatives Action on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action To Prevent Iran From Obtaining a Nuclear Weapon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132 100 2015-09-11 Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dedb https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132-2.pdf 1132 1133 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1132 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1132-2 101 2015-09-12 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 8:55 a.m. on September 11 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on September 12. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on September 11, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on September 12. Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Education High school graduation rate Education Global competitiveness Education, Department of College Scorecard Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1133.pdf D09002ee1b000dedd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1133 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1133 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1133.pdf 1133 1147 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1133 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session at a Town Hall Meeting at North High School in Des Moines, Iowa PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1133 102 2015-09-14 Note: The President spoke at 4:06 p.m. in the auditorium. In his remarks, he referred to Russhaun Johnson, student body president, Chad Ryan, basketball coach, and Kimber L. Foshe, counselor, North High School; and 2016 Republican Presidential candidate Benjamin S. Carson, Sr. He also referred to his sister Maya Soetoro-Ng. Secretary Duncan referred to Rashawn Lovejoy, mother of Russhaun Johnson. He also referred to his wife Karen Duncan and their children Ryan and Claire. A participant referred to former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and Sen. Bernard Sanders, in their capacity as 2016 Democratic Presidential candidates. Iowa President's visit Education, Department of Secretary Economy, national Improvement Education Global competitiveness Education, Department of College Scorecard Education, Department of Secretary Education Teachers Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Education Standards and school accountability Education Technology and innovation, expansion efforts Education Teachers Education, Department of College Scorecard Civil rights Civil rights movement Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Education Art and music programs Education Art and music programs Education, Department of Secretary Immigration and naturalization Reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1147.pdf D09002ee1b000dede https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1147 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1147 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1147.pdf 1147 1148 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1147 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Honoring the NCAA Women's Basketball Champion University of Connecticut Huskies PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1147 103 2015-09-15 Note: The President spoke at 12:07 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Breanna Stewart, Morgan Tuck, and Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis, forwards, Kia Nurse, guard, and Kiah Stokes, center, University of Connecticut women's basketball team; and musician Beyoncé G. Knowles-Carter. Sports Basketball Sports NCAA championship teams Voluntarism Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1148.pdf D09002ee1b000deaa https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1148 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1148 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1148.pdf 1148 1150 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1148 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With King Felipe VI of Spain PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1148 104 2015-09-15 Note: The President spoke at 2:50 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Queen Letizia of Spain. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. King Felipe referred to former King Juan Carlos I of Spain. Spain King Spain Queen Spain Relations with U.S Spain Defense relationship with U.S Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Spain Lebanon, role Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Spain Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1150.pdf D09002ee1b000dee0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1150 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1150 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1150.pdf 1150 1163 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1150 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks to the Business Roundtable and a Question-and-Answer Session PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1150 105 2015-09-16 Note: The President spoke at 11:24 a.m. at the headquarters of the Business Roundtable. In his remarks, he referred to former Gov. John E. "Jeb" Bush of Florida and Donald J. Trump, chairman and chief executive officer, Trump Organization, in their capacities as 2016 Republican Presidential candidates; John M. Engler, president, Business Roundtable; Gov. Edmund G. "Jerry" Brown, Jr., of California; President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; Jeffrey R. Immelt, chairman and chief executive officer, General Electric Co.; Pope Francis; Laurence D. Fink, chairman and chief executive officer, BlackRock, Inc.; and James L. Dimon, chairman and chief executive officer, JPMorgan Chase and Co. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Ms. Wilderotter referred to H.R. 1560. Business and industry Business Roundtable Business and industry Business leaders, meeting with President Economy, national Improvement Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Education High school dropout rate and prevention programs Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Economy, national Strengthening efforts Health and medical care Affordability and costs Energy Gasoline, oil, and natural gas costs Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Congress Bipartisanship Budget, Federal Congressional spending restraint Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Planned Parenthood Health and medical care Women's health issues Economy, national Economic concerns Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Science and technology Research and development Economy, national Financial regulations, strengthening efforts Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Economy, national Strengthening efforts Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Improvement Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Taxation Tax Code, reform Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Congress Bipartisanship Business and industry Business Roundtable Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Commerce, international Free and fair trade Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Business and industry Domestic investment, promotion efforts Business and industry Global competitiveness Trade Representative, Office of the U.S Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Immigration and naturalization Reform Commerce, international Free and fair trade Business and industry Business Roundtable Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Security Agency, National Justice, Department of Bureau of Investigation, Federal China President Defense and national security Intelligence China Relations with U.S Taxation Tax Code, reform Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Business and industry Business Roundtable Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Energy Solar and wind energy Energy Domestic sources Energy Energy efficiency and weatherization of homes and buildings Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Energy Infrastructure and grid improvements Business and industry Business Roundtable Environment Climate change United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change California Governor California Wildfires, damage and recovery efforts Natural disasters Wildfires, prevention and response efforts Florida Flooding, damage and recovery efforts Natural disasters Florida, flooding Energy Solar and wind energy Energy National energy policy Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Energy Nuclear energy, promotion and expansion efforts China Relations with U.S China Economic growth and development China President Commerce, international Free and fair trade Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Business and industry Business Roundtable China Relations with U.S Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Commerce, international Free and fair trade Russia President Export-Import Bank, U.S Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Environment Air quality, improvement efforts Environmental Protection Agency Environment Air quality, improvement efforts Environmental Protection Agency Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Environment Climate change Diseases Asthma and respiratory illnesses Cuba Relations with U.S Cuba Human rights issues Holy See (Vatican City), Pope Business and industry Business Roundtable Cuba Relations with U.S Economy, national Strengthening efforts Education Technology and innovation, expansion efforts Education Science and math programs Education Vocational and technical education programs Education, Department of Secretary Education Standards and school accountability Education High school graduation rate Education Science and math programs Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Congress Bipartisanship Export-Import Bank, U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Science and technology Research and development Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1163.pdf D09002ee1b000dee1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1163 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1163 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1163.pdf 1163 1164 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1163 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Meeting With National Guard Specialist Aleksander Skarlatos, USA, Airman First Class Spencer Stone, USAF, and Anthony Sadler PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1163 106 2015-09-17 Note: The President spoke at 12:07 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Ayoub El Khazzani, suspected gunman in the Thalys train attack outside Oignies in Pas-de-Calais, France, on August 21. France Attempted shooting aboard Paris-bound train France Attempted shooting aboard Paris-bound train France President Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1164.pdf D09002ee1b000dee2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1164 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1164 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1164.pdf 1164 1166 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1164 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a White House Screening of the VICE News Documentary "Fixing the System" PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1164 107 2015-09-18 Note: The President spoke at 5:36 p.m. in the South Court Auditorium of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to Angela Martinez, host, Power 105.1's "The Angie Martinez Show" in New York City; Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch; Shane Smith, owner and chief executive officer, VICE Media LLC; and civil rights leader and activist Alfred C. Sharpton, Jr. Arts "Fixing the System," White House screening VICE News Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Justice, Department of Attorney General Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1166.pdf D09002ee1b000dee3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1166 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1166 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1166.pdf 1166 1167 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1166 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1166 108 2015-09-18 Note: Identical letters were sent to John A. Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Terrorism Persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support, U.S. national emergency Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Terrorism Persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support, U.S. national emergency

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1167.pdf D09002ee1b000dee4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1167 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1167 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1167.pdf 1167 1167 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1167 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1167 109 2015-09-19 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 11:45 a.m. on September 18 in the Map Room at the White House for broadcast on September 19. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on September 18, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on September 19. Economy, national Improvement Economy, national Strengthening efforts Congress Bipartisanship Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Taxation Tax Code, reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1168.pdf D09002ee1b000dee5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1168 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1168 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1168.pdf 1168 1172 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1168 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Phoenix Awards Dinner PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1168 110 2015-09-19 Note: The President spoke at 9:40 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to R. Donahue Peebles, chair of the board of directors, Congressional Black Caucus Foundation; 2015 Phoenix Award winners Juanita Abernathy, William Barber II, and Fred Gray; civil rights activists Diane Nash Bevel, Gloria Richardson Dandridge, Ruby Bridges Hall, Prince Melson Lee, and Myrlie Evers-Williams; former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton; former National Aeronautics and Space Administration astronaut Mae C. Jemison; Ursula M. Burns, chairman and chief executive officer, Xerox Corp.; and tennis player Serena J. Williams. He also referred to his mother-in-law Marian Robinson. Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Congress Congressional Black Caucus Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Environment Climate change Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Economy, national Improvement Civil rights Civil rights movement Alabama Selma-to-Montgomery marches for voting rights, 50th anniversary commemoration Civil rights Racial equality Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Congress Congressional Black Caucus Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Business and industry Minority-owned businesses Children and youth Teen pregnancy rate Education High school graduation rate Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Labor issues Workplace flexibility, improvement efforts Education Early childhood education programs Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Civil rights Wage equality Economy, national Economic concerns Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Education Science and math programs Labor issues Minimum wage Taxation Tax relief Taxation Tax Code, reform Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Health and medical care Women's health issues Planned Parenthood NAACP Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Congress Congressional Black Caucus Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Housing Homelessness Law enforcement and crime Domestic violence Law enforcement and crime Trafficking in persons, efforts to combat Law enforcement and crime Sexual assault Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Civil rights Racial equality Congress Bipartisanship Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Alabama Selma-to-Montgomery marches for voting rights, 50th anniversary commemoration Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1172.pdf D09002ee1b000dee6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1172 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1172 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1172.pdf 1172 1172 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1172 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Senior Adviser to the United States Chief Technology Officer Jacob T. Brewer PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1172 111 2015-09-20 Deaths Brewer, Jacob T Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173.pdf D09002ee1b000dee7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173.pdf 1173 1173 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1173 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Observance of Yom Kippur PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173 112 2015-09-22 Holidays and special observances Yom Kippur Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dee8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173-2.pdf 1173 1175 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1173 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Welcoming Ceremony for Pope Francis PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1173-2 113 2015-09-23 Note: The President spoke at 9:32 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House, where Pope Francis was accorded a formal welcome with full military honors. 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In his remarks, President Obama referred to Peng Liyuan, wife of President Xi. He also referred to his mother-in-law Marian Robinson. President Xi referred to Muscatine, IA, residents Roger and Sarah Lande, who hosted President Xi during his 2012 visit to the U.S. as Vice President, and Thomas and Eleanor Dvorchak, who hosted President Xi during his 1985 visit as a Hebei Province official. President Xi spoke in Chinese, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. 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In his remarks, President Obama referred to Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama; and Maisy and Finnegan Biden, grandchildren of Vice President Joe Biden. President Xi referred to the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC); the Code of Conduct in the East Sea (COC); and the proposed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). President Xi spoke in Chinese, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. 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Dempsey at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1192 120 2015-09-25 Note: The President spoke at 3:09 p.m. at Summerhall Field. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter; Chris Dempsey, Megan Bailey, and Caitlin Boganski, children of Chairman Dempsey; Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, Chairman-designate, and Gen. Paul J. Selva, USAF, Vice Chairman-designate, Joint Chiefs of Staff; and Ellyn Dunford, wife of Gen. Dunford. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. 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In his remarks, he referred to Peng Liyuan, wife of President Xi. President Xi spoke in Chinese, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. China President China Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1199.pdf D09002ee1b000defd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1199 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1199 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1199.pdf 1199 1200 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1199 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1199 123 2015-09-26 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 2:05 p.m. on September 24 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on September 26. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on September 25, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on September 26. 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In his remarks, he referred to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations. 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In his remarks, he referred to James Obergefell, plaintiff in the U.S. Supreme Court case Obergefell v. Hodges, which ruled in favor of marriage equality for same-sex couples; musician Betty Who; 2012 Republican Presidential nominee W. Mitt Romney; and 2016 Republican Presidential candidates Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., Sen. R. Edward "Ted" Cruz, and former Gov. Michael D. Huckabee of Arkansas. 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In his remarks, he referred to Sam Kahamba Kutesa, President, 69th Session of the U.N. General Assembly; Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations; President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; and Francis "Mike" East, Larry C. Morris, and Jim Tracy, former U.S. marines who raised the flag for the U.S. Embassy reopening in Havana, Cuba, on August 14. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. 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United Nations Secretary-General New York President's visits Developing countries Economic growth and development Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Environment Climate change Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1216.pdf D09002ee1b000df03 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1216 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1216 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1216.pdf 1216 1218 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1216 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India in New York City PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1216 129 2015-09-28 Note: The President spoke at 12:19 p.m. in Conference Room C at United Nations Headquarters. India Prime Minister New York President's visits India Relations with U.S United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change India Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies India Economic growth and development India Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1218.pdf D09002ee1b000df1a https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1218 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1218 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1218.pdf 1218 1220 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1218 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the United Nations Leaders' Summit on Peacekeeping in New York City PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1218 130 2015-09-28 Note: The President spoke at 3:09 p.m. in the Trusteeship Council Chamber at United Nations Headquarters. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations. United Nations Peacekeeping operations New York President's visits United Nations Secretary-General United Nations Secretary-General Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1220.pdf D09002ee1b000df1b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1220 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1220 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1220.pdf 1220 1222 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1220 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement--Declaration of United Nations Leaders' Summit on Peacekeeping PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1220 131 2015-09-28 Note: The joint statement referred to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations. An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. United Nations Secretary-General Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Law enforcement and crime Sexual assault Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1222.pdf D09002ee1b000df1c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1222 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1222 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1222.pdf 1222 1230 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1222 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Memorandum on United States Support to United Nations Peace Operations PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1222 132 2015-09-28 Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Law enforcement and crime Sexual assault United Nations Peacekeeping operations Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1230.pdf D09002ee1b000df1d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1230 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1230 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1230.pdf 1230 1232 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1230 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the United Nations Leaders' Summit on Countering ISIL and Violent Extremism in New York City PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1230 133 2015-09-29 Note: The President spoke at 10:53 a.m. in the Trusteeship Council Chamber at United Nations Headquarters. In his remarks, he referred to President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts New York President's visits United Nations General Assembly Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Iraq Prime Minister Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes United Nations Security Council Iraq Reconciliation efforts Syria Democracy efforts Tunisia Security cooperation with U.S Nigeria Boko Haram terrorist organization Iraq Prime Minister Nigeria President United Nations Secretary-General Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1233.pdf D09002ee1b000df1e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1233 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1233 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1233.pdf 1233 1236 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1233 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement by the President as Chair of the United Nations Leaders' Summit on Countering ISIL and Violent Extremism PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1233 134 2015-09-29 Note: The statement referred to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations; and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. An original was not available for verification of the content of this statement. United Nations Security Council Countering Violent Extremism, White House Summit on Terrorism Global threat Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Turkey Security cooperation with U.S Italy Iraq, role Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Canada Iraq, role Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization United Arab Emirates Counterterrorism efforts Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Political unrest and violence United Nations Security Council Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Terrorism Global threat Spain Counterterrorism efforts Countering Violent Extremism, White House Summit on Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts United Nations Secretary-General United Nations General Assembly Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1236.pdf D09002ee1b000df1f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1236 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1236 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1236.pdf 1236 1239 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1236 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Meeting With State Legislators PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1236 135 2015-09-30 Note: The President spoke at 4:18 p.m. in the South Court Auditorium of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to Jerry E. Abramson, Director, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs. State legislators, meeting with President White House Office Intergovernmental Affairs, Office of Economy, national Improvement Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Health and medical care Health insurance, protection of coverage Energy Foreign sources Energy Solar and wind energy Education High school graduation rate Labor issues Minimum wage Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Environment Climate change Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Congress Bipartisanship Economy, national Strengthening efforts Education Early childhood education programs Veterans Hiring incentives Environment Carbon emissions Environment Air quality, improvement efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Veterans Benefits Veterans Service and dedication Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1239.pdf D09002ee1b000df20 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1239 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1239 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1239.pdf 1239 1240 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1239 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Terminating the Designations of Seychelles, Uruguay, and Venezuela as Beneficiary Developing Countries Under the Generalized System of Preferences Program PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1239 136 2015-09-30 Note: The related proclamation is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Seychelles Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Uruguay, Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Venezuela, Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Commerce, international Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) Seychelles Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Uruguay, Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Venezuela, Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Commerce, international Generalized System of Preferences (GSP)

Title 19 Section 2462(e) Title 19 Section 2462(f)(2) 19 U.S.C. 2462(e) 19 U.S.C. 2462(f)(2) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240.pdf D09002ee1b000df21 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240.pdf 1240 1240 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1240 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Terminating the Designation of Seychelles as a Beneficiary Sub-Saharan African Country Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240 137 2015-09-30 Note: The related proclamation is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Seychelles African Growth and Opportunity Act, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Africa African Growth and Opportunity Act

Title 19 Section 2466a(a)(1) Title 19 Section 2466a(b) Title 19 Section 3703 Title 19 Section 3706 19 U.S.C. 2466a(a)(1) 19 U.S.C. 2466a(b) 19 U.S.C. 3703 19 U.S.C. 3706 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df22 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240-2.pdf 1240 1241 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1240 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress Designating Funds for Overseas Contingency Operations and Global Counterterrorism PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1240-2 138 2015-09-30 Terrorism Global threat Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241.pdf D09002ee1b000df23 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241.pdf 1241 1241 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1241 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Designation of Emergency Funding Under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as Amended PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241 139 2015-09-30 Agriculture, Department of Funding Natural disasters Wildfires, prevention and response efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df27 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241-2.pdf 1241 1243 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1241 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Shooting in Roseburg, Oregon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1241-2 140 2015-10-01 Note: The President spoke at 6:22 p.m. in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Christopher Harper-Mercer, suspected gunman in the shooting at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, OR. The related proclamation of October 2 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun control Law enforcement and crime Gun control Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1243.pdf D09002ee1b000df28 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1243 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1243 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1243.pdf 1243 1246 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1243 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Resignation of Arne Duncan as Secretary of Education and the Designation of Acting Deputy Secretary of Education John B. King, Jr., as Acting Secretary of Education PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1243 141 2015-10-02 Note: The President spoke at 3:38 p.m. in the State Dining Room at the White House. In his remarks, Secretary Duncan referred to Cecilia Muñoz, Director, Domestic Policy Council; White House Chief of Staff Denis R. McDonough; White House Senior Adviser Valerie B. Jarrett; Shaun L.S. Donovan, Director, Office of Management and Budget; Secretary of Health and Human Services Sylvia Mathews Burwell; Secretary of Transportation Anthony R. Foxx; Emma Vadehra, Chief of Staff, Department of Education; and Under Secretary of Education Theodore R. Mitchell. He also referred to his mother Susan Duncan. Education, Department of Secretary Education Early childhood education programs Education Standards and school accountability Education High school graduation rate Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1246.pdf D09002ee1b000df29 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1246 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1246 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1246.pdf 1246 1256 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1246 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1246 142 2015-10-02 Note: The President's news conference began at 3:55 p.m. in the State Dining Room at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to Claire and Ryan Duncan, children of Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, and Amina and Mireya King, children of Acting Secretary-designate of Education John B. King, Jr., who were in the audience attending the remarks on the resignation of Secretary Duncan and appointment of Acting Secretary-designate King, which directly preceded the news conference; and Cabinet Secretary Broderick D. Johnson. H.R. 719, the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2016, was approved September 30 and assigned Public Law No. 114-53. Communications News media, Presidential interviews Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Economy, national Improvement Congress Bipartisanship Economy, national Strengthening efforts Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Economy, national Economic concerns Economy, national Improvement Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Syria President Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria Human rights issues Russia President Syria Democracy efforts Russia Relations with Syria Russia Relations with Iran Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia Syria, role Syria Russia, role Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Syria U.S. assistance Syria Human rights issues Terrorism Global threat Russia President Russia Relations with Iran Russia Relations with Syria Syria International diplomatic efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria President Syria Chemical weapons stockpile, international removal efforts Syria Democracy efforts Afghanistan Democracy efforts Iraq Democracy efforts Afghanistan U.S. assistance Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Afghanistan Reconstruction efforts Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Russia Syria, role Terrorism Global threat Syria International assistance Turkey Relations with U.S Law enforcement and crime Gun control Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Connecticut 2012 shooting in Newtown Health and medical care Mental health programs and services Rifle Association, National Education, Department of Secretary Budget, Federal Public debt limit Defense, Department of Funding Economy, national Strengthening efforts Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Planned Parenthood Budget, Federal Public debt limit Immigration and naturalization Reform Law enforcement and crime Gun control Health and medical care Mental health programs and services White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia President Russia International and U.S. sanctions Libya Political unrest and violence Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria President Russia Syria, role Ukraine Russia, role Russia Relations with Ukraine Russia Syria, role Syria Human rights issues Russia Relations with U.S Russia President Syria President Ukraine Political unrest and violence Ukraine Russia, role Russia Relations with Ukraine Syria Russia, role Syria Iran, role Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Sports Basketball Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict White House Office Vice President Holy See (Vatican City), Pope Public Law 114-53 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257.pdf D09002ee1b000df2b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257.pdf 1257 1257 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1257 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Crash of a United States Air Force C-130J Aircraft in Jalalabad, Afghanistan PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257 143 2015-10-02 Note: The statement referred to Capt. Jonathan Golden, USAF; Capt. Jordan Pierson, USAF; S. Sgt. Ryan Hammond, USAF; SrA Quinn Johnson-Harris, USAF; SrA Nathan Sartain, USAF; and A1C Kcey E. Ruiz, USAF. Afghanistan U.S. Air Force C-130J crash in Jalalabad Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df2c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257-2.pdf 1257 1258 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1257 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1257-2 144 2015-10-03 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:45 p.m. on October 2 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on October 3. In the address, the President referred to H.R. 719, Continuing Appropriations Act, 2016, which was approved September 30 and assigned Public Law No. 114-53. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on October 2, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on October 3. Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Economy, national Strengthening efforts Public Law 114-53 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258.pdf D09002ee1b000df2d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258.pdf 1258 1258 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1258 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the 50th Anniversary of the Immigration and Nationality Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258 145 2015-10-03 Holidays and special observances Immigration and Nationality Act, 50th anniversary Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Economy, national Strengthening efforts Immigration and naturalization Reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df2f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-2.pdf 1258 1258 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1258 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Civilian Casualties at the Doctors Without Borders Hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-2 146 2015-10-03 Afghanistan Doctors Without Borders hospital in Kunduz, civilian casualties Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières Afghanistan President Afghanistan Relations with U.S Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-3.pdf D09002ee1b000df30 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-3.pdf 1258 1260 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1258 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service in Emmitsburg, Maryland PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1258-3 147 2015-10-04 Note: The President spoke at 11:29 a.m. in Memorial Gym at Mount Saint Mary's University. In his remarks, he referred to W. Craig Fugate, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency; Dennis Compton, chairman of the board of directors, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation; Justin M. Brady, Julie A. Freeman, Anna M. Roberts, and Katie E. Garrett, siblings of Michael D. Garrett, firefighter, Nutter Fort Fire Department, who died in the line of duty in Summit Park, WV, on February 1, 2014; and Sharon Jenkins, wife, and Andrea Bailey, Samantha Jenkins, and Danielle Jenkins, daughters, of Maj. Malcolm W. Jenkins, Fern Creek Fire Department, who died on October 30, 2014. Maryland National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service in Emmitsburg Maryland President's visits Homeland Security, Department of Emergency Management Agency, Federal Fallen Firefighters Foundation, National Maryland National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service in Emmitsburg Natural disasters Wildfires, prevention and response efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261.pdf D09002ee1b000df3e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261.pdf 1261 1261 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1261 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261 148 2015-10-05 Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Economy, national Strengthening efforts Commerce, international Free and fair trade Business and industry Global competitiveness Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Congress Bipartisanship Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Communications Internet neutrality Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df3f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261-2.pdf 1261 1261 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1261 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Grace Lee Boggs PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1261-2 149 2015-10-05 Deaths Boggs, Grace Lee Civil rights Civil rights movement Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262.pdf D09002ee1b000df40 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262.pdf 1262 1262 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1262 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Senate Transmitting the United States-Algeria Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262 150 2015-10-05 Algeria Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters, U.S.-Algeria Treaty on Algeria Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df41 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262-2.pdf 1262 1263 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1262 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Agriculture and Business Leaders on the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1262-2 151 2015-10-06 Note: The President spoke at 12:02 p.m. in the Williamsburg Room at the Department of Agriculture. Agriculture Agriculture leaders, meeting with President Business and industry Business leaders, meeting with President Japan Trade with U.S Malaysia Trade with U.S Vietnam Trade with U.S Business and industry Global competitiveness Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Improvement Business and industry Domestic investment, promotion efforts Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Commerce, international Free and fair trade Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264.pdf D09002ee1b000df42 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264.pdf 1264 1264 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1264 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress Transmitting the United States-Czech Republic Supplementary Social Security Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264 152 2015-10-06 Czech Republic, supplementary Social Security agreement with U.S Social Security and retirement Social Security program

Title 42 Section 433(e)(1) 42 U.S.C. 433(e)(1) Public Law 95-216 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df43 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264-2.pdf 1264 1266 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1264 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With President Joachim Gauck of Germany PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1264-2 153 2015-10-07 Note: The President spoke at 11:15 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, President Gauck referred to Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany. President Gauck spoke in German, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Germany President Germany Relations with U.S Germany President Obama's visit Germany President Germany Relations with U.S Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Iran Nuclear weapons development Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1266.pdf D09002ee1b000df44 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1266 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1266 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1266.pdf 1266 1271 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1266 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the White House Summit on Worker Voice PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1266 154 2015-10-07 Note: The President spoke at 12:47 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Kansas City, MO, resident Terrance Wise, who introduced the President, and his mother Joann Wise; and Lee Saunders, president, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). White House Summit on Worker Voice Labor, Department of Secretary Business and industry Business leaders, meeting with President White House Summit on Worker Voice Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Economy, national Improvement Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Economy, national Strengthening efforts Economy, national Income inequality Economy, national Economic concerns Business and industry Global competitiveness Social Security and retirement Social Security program Labor issues Minimum wage Labor issues Overtime pay regulations, modernization efforts Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Science and technology Research and development Economy, national Income inequality Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Education Teachers White House Summit on Worker Voice Civil rights Wage equality Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Science and technology Research and development Economy, national Strengthening efforts Colorado New Belgium Brewing Co. in Fort Collins California Kaiser Permanente in Oakland Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Massachusetts Cumberland Farms in Framingham Economy, national Economic concerns Business and industry Business leaders, meeting with President Economy, national Poverty, efforts to combat Health and medical care Affordability and costs Labor issues Workplace safety, improvement efforts Employment and unemployment Unemployment insurance Labor issues Workplace flexibility, improvement efforts Labor issues Overtime pay regulations, modernization efforts Labor issues Minimum wage Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Health insurance exchanges Health and medical care Affordability and costs Budget, Federal Fiscal year 2016 budget Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Labor issues Minimum wage Business and industry Global competitiveness Economy, national Improvement Civil rights Wage equality Economy, national Income inequality Economy, national Economic concerns Economy, national Strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1271.pdf D09002ee1b000dedf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1271 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1271 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1271.pdf 1271 1284 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1271 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks in a Question-and-Answer Session at the White House Summit on Worker Voice PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1271 155 2015-10-07 Note: The President spoke at 4:55 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred Richard L. Trumka, president, American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO). Ms. Henry referred to Kansas City, MO, resident Terrance Wise, who introduced the President for his earlier remarks to summit participants. White House Summit on Worker Voice Employment and unemployment Salary and benefits, strengthening efforts Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Employment and unemployment Salary and benefits, strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Salary and benefits, strengthening efforts Labor issues Minimum wage Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Economy, national Improvement Labor, Department of Secretary Employment and unemployment Salary and benefits, strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Salary and benefits, strengthening efforts Labor, Department of Secretary Employment and unemployment Salary and benefits, strengthening efforts White House Office Economic Advisers, Council of Economy, national Strengthening efforts Labor Relations Board, National Employment and unemployment Salary and benefits, strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1284.pdf D09002ee1b000df45 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1284 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1284 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1284.pdf 1284 1285 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1284 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Sinking of the El Faro Cargo Ship PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1284 156 2015-10-07 Florida cargo ship, sinking off Bahamas coast cargo ship, sinking off coast Natural disasters Hurricane Joaquin Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1285.pdf D09002ee1b000df46 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1285 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1285 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1285.pdf 1285 1288 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1285 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Annual Awards Gala PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1285 157 2015-10-08 Note: The President spoke at 7:55 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard. Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Housing and Urban Development, Department of Secretary Congress Congressional Hispanic Caucus Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Cuba Relations with U.S Immigration and naturalization Reform Education High school dropout rate and prevention programs Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Energy Foreign sources Children and youth Teen pregnancy rate Immigration and naturalization Reform Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Education Early childhood education programs Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1288.pdf D09002ee1b000df4b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1288 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1288 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1288.pdf 1288 1288 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1288 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Families of the Victims of the Shooting at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1288 158 2015-10-09 Note: The President spoke at 1:41 p.m. at Roseburg High School. In his remarks, he referred to Sens. Ronald L. Wyden and Jeff Merkley; and Rep. Peter DeFazio. The related proclamation of October 2 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Oregon President's visit Oregon Governor Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289.pdf D09002ee1b000df4c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289.pdf 1289 1289 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1289 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement Congratulating the 2015 Nobel Peace Prize Recipients PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289 159 2015-10-09 Decorations, medals, and awards Nobel Prize Tunisia National Dialogue Quartet, Nobel Peace Prize Tunisia Democracy efforts Tunisia President Tunisia Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df4d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289-2.pdf 1289 1293 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1289 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Fundraiser for Senator Patricia L. Murray in Seattle, Washington PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1289-2 160 2015-10-09 Note: The President spoke at 6:04 p.m. at the Westin Seattle hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Sabrina K.A. Constantine, daughter of County Executive Dow Constantine of King County, WA; Sen. James M. Inhofe; and Donald J. Trump, chairman and chief executive officer, Trump Organization, in his capacity as a 2016 Republican Presidential candidate. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on October 10. Washington Democratic Party events Washington President's visit Washington Governor Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Energy Domestic sources Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Environment Climate change Cuba Relations with U.S Education High school graduation rate Armed Forces, U.S "Don't ask, don't tell" policy, repeal American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Economy, national Economic concerns Environment Climate change Washington Governor Planned Parenthood Health and medical care Women's health issues Education Global competitiveness Education Early childhood education programs Environment Carbon emissions Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1293.pdf D09002ee1b000df4e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1293 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1293 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1293.pdf 1293 1294 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1293 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1293 161 2015-10-10 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:45 p.m. on October 8 in the Blue Room at the White House for broadcast on October 10. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on October 9, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on October 10. Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Japan Trade with U.S Malaysia Trade with U.S Vietnam Trade with U.S Commerce, international Free and fair trade Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards China Trade policy Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1295.pdf D09002ee1b000df4f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1295 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1295 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1295.pdf 1295 1298 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1295 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic National Committee Fundraiser in San Francisco, California PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1295 162 2015-10-10 Note: The President spoke at 10:34 a.m. at the Warfield theater. In his remarks, he referred to musician Kanye O. West; and Sen. James M. Inhofe. Democratic Party Democratic National Committee California Democratic Party events California President's visits Sports Basketball Economy, national Improvement Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Energy Domestic sources Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Environment Climate change Cuba Relations with U.S Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Education High school graduation rate Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Economy, national Strengthening efforts Planned Parenthood Education Global competitiveness Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Science and technology Research and development Environment Climate change Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Immigration and naturalization Reform Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Elections Voter participation Civil rights Wage equality Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1298.pdf D09002ee1b000df50 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1298 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1298 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1298.pdf 1298 1303 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1298 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic National Committee Fundraiser in Los Angeles, California PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1298 163 2015-10-10 Note: The President spoke at 3:52 p.m. at the residence of Ed and Robin Berman. In his remarks, he referred to Louise A. Talley Dixon and Shahid Abdula, parents of actor Jaime Foxx; and Sen. James M. Inhofe. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Democratic Party Democratic National Committee California Democratic Party events California President's visits Civil rights Wage equality Commerce, international Free and fair trade Economy, national Improvement Energy Domestic sources Environment Climate change Education High school graduation rate Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Cuba Relations with U.S Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Congress Bipartisanship Economy, national Strengthening efforts Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Civil rights Racial equality Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Education Early childhood education programs Education Teachers Business and industry Global competitiveness Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Developing countries International assistance California Drought Natural disasters Wildfires, prevention and response efforts Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Environment Climate change Education Early childhood education programs Economy, national Strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun control Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Armed Forces, U.S "Don't ask, don't tell" policy, repeal Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1303.pdf D09002ee1b000df51 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1303 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1303 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1303.pdf 1303 1305 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1303 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic National Committee Fundraiser in Los Angeles PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1303 164 2015-10-10 Note: The President spoke at 5:20 p.m. at the residence of U.S. Ambassador to Spain James Costos and Michael S. Smith. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Democratic Party Democratic National Committee California Democratic Party events California President's visits Spain U.S. Ambassador Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Economy, national Economic concerns Immigration and naturalization Reform Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Business and industry Automobile industry, improvement Environment Climate change Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1305.pdf D09002ee1b000df52 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1305 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1305 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1305.pdf 1305 1306 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1305 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Former White House Regional Communications Director Brandon D. Lepow PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1305 165 2015-10-13 Deaths Lepow, Brandon D White House Office Regional Communications, former Director, death Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306.pdf D09002ee1b000df53 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306.pdf 1306 1306 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1306 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Retirement of President's Task Force on 21st-Century Policing Cochair Charles H. Ramsey PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306 166 2015-10-14 Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df54 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306-2.pdf 1306 1306 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1306 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders Reporting on the Deployment of United States Armed Forces Personnel to Cameroon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1306-2 167 2015-10-14 Note: Identical letters were sent to John A. Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Orrin G. Hatch, President pro tempore of the Senate. Cameroon, U.S. military detachment Public Law 93-148 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1307.pdf D09002ee1b000df56 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1307 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1307 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1307.pdf 1307 1308 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1307 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at PBS's "A Celebration of American Creativity: In Performance at the White House" PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1307 168 2015-10-14 Note: The President spoke at 7:47 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to musicians Dana E. "Queen Latifah" Owens, Lana M. "MC Lyte" Moorer, Kevin "Keb' Mo' " Moore, Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews, and Usher T. Raymond IV. Arts PBS, "A Celebration of American Creativity: In Performance at the White House" Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Endowment for the Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1308.pdf D09002ee1b000df57 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1308 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1308 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1308.pdf 1308 1311 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1308 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on United States Military Strategy in Afghanistan and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1308 169 2015-10-15 Note: The President spoke at 11:04 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Abdul Saboor and Wahidullah Zazai, trainee cadets, Afghan National Army; and Jan Ali, explosive ordnance disposal technician trainee, Afghan National Police. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Afghanistan Women, status Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Afghanistan Democracy efforts Afghanistan U.S. assistance Afghanistan Relations with U.S Afghanistan Taliban Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Afghanistan President Afghanistan Chief Executive Officer Afghanistan Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Global threat Afghanistan International Security Assistance Force North Atlantic Treaty Organization Afghanistan Human rights issues Afghanistan Reconciliation efforts Afghanistan Taliban Pakistan Prime Minister Terrorism Global threat Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Afghanistan International Security Assistance Force Afghanistan Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Afghanistan Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1312.pdf D09002ee1b000df58 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1312 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1312 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1312.pdf 1312 1313 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1312 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Hispanic Heritage Month Reception PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1312 170 2015-10-15 Note: The President spoke at 4:45 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Diana Calderon, student, Yorktown High School in Arlington, VA, who introduced the President; former U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Raul H. Yzaguirre; and Eduardo J. Padrón, president, Miami Dade College. Holidays and special observances Hispanic Heritage Month Cuba Ambassador to U.S White House Office Vice President Cuba Relations with U.S Education, Department of Educational Excellence for Hispanics, White House Initiative on Education Hispanic students, performance and completion, improvement efforts Education High school graduation rate Education Minority students Education High school dropout rate and prevention programs Education Early childhood education programs Education Minority students Education High school graduation rate Education Early childhood education programs Education Teachers Immigration and naturalization Reform Education, Department of Educational Excellence for Hispanics, White House Initiative on Education Government and private sector, coordination efforts Education Science and math programs White House Office Domestic Policy Council Holidays and special observances Hispanic Heritage Month Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1314.pdf D09002ee1b000df59 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1314 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1314 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1314.pdf 1314 1324 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1314 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference With President Park Geun-hye of South Korea PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1314 171 2015-10-16 Note: The President's news conference began at 2:10 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel; President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; and former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. President Park referred to former Chancellor Helmut Kohl of Germany. President Park spoke in Korean, and her remarks were translated by an interpreter. Communications News media, Presidential interviews South Korea President South Korea Relations with U.S Veterans Service and dedication South Korea Defense relationship with U.S North Korea Demilitarized zone with South Korea North Korea Relations with South Korea North Korea Nuclear weapons development North Korea Human rights issues South Korea Relations with North Korea Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Cuba Relations with U.S Japan Prime Minister Japan Relations with South Korea South Korea Relations with Japan South Korea Free trade agreement with U.S South Korea Relations with U.S South Korea Afghanistan, role Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria International assistance South Korea Cybersecurity efforts, cooperation with U.S South Korea Defense relationship with U.S Environment Climate change South Korea Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies South Korea Nuclear energy, cooperation with U.S South Korea Carbon emissions, reduction efforts United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Developing countries Health and medical care, promotion efforts Developing countries Economic growth and development Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality South Korea Women, status Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections White House Office Vice President Economy, national Strengthening efforts Defense, Department of Funding Environment Climate change Israel Relations with Palestinian Authority Palestinian Authority and Palestinians Relations with Israel Israel Prime Minister Palestinian Authority and Palestinians President Middle East Arab-Israeli conflict, peace process State, Department of Secretary North Korea Nuclear weapons development Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action South Korea Relations with U.S Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Syria Iran, role Syria Russia, role Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria President Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria U.S. assistance Syria Human rights issues Syria Democracy efforts Russia Relations with U.S Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Russia President Commerce, international Free and fair trade Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Economy, national Strengthening efforts Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Business and industry Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Business and industry Global competitiveness Iran International and U.S. sanctions South Korea Relations with U.S North Korea Nuclear weapons development South Korea Relations with China China President China Relations with South Korea China Relations with U.S Commerce, international Free and fair trade Japan Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1324.pdf D09002ee1b000df5a https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1324 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1324 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1324.pdf 1324 1325 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1324 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement by President Obama and President Park Geun-hye of South Korea on North Korea PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1324 172 2015-10-16 Note: An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. South Korea President South Korea Defense relationship with U.S North Korea Nuclear weapons development North Korea U.N. Security Council resolutions, noncompliance North Korea International and U.S. sanctions North Korea International diplomatic efforts North Korea Relations with South Korea South Korea Relations with North Korea North Korea Human rights issues Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1325.pdf D09002ee1b000df5b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1325 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1325 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1325.pdf 1325 1326 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1325 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1325 173 2015-10-17 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 3:45 p.m. on October 16 in the Map Room at the White House for broadcast on October 17. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on October 16, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on October 17. Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326.pdf D09002ee1b000df5c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326.pdf 1326 1326 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1326 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Adoption of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action To Prevent Iran From Obtaining a Nuclear Weapon PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326 174 2015-10-18 Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran International and U.S. sanctions Atomic Energy Agency, International (IAEA) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df5d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326-2.pdf 1326 1328 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1326 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Roundtable Discussion With Business Leaders on Climate Change PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1326-2 175 2015-10-19 Note: The President spoke at 12 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Business and industry Business leaders, meeting with President Environment Climate change Energy Domestic sources Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Energy Solar and wind energy United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Energy Infrastructure and grid improvements Environment Climate change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1328.pdf D09002ee1b000df5e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1328 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1328 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1328.pdf 1328 1328 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1328 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1328 176 2015-10-19 Note: Identical letters were sent to John A. Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Colombia Crime and narcotrafficking Colombia U.S. national emergency, continuation

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1329.pdf D09002ee1b000df5f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1329 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1329 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1329.pdf 1329 1332 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1329 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at White House Astronomy Night PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1329 177 2015-10-19 Note: The President spoke at 7:27 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to William S. Nye, television personality and executive director of the Planetary Society; Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, hosts, Discovery Channel's "Mythbusters" program; Pranav Sivakumar, student, Illinois Math and Science Academy in Aurora, IL, and his parents Anu Sivakumar and Siva Muthuswamy; Katie Burns, Niles Butts, Andrew Heath, Cristian Ruiz, Cady Studdard, Chelsea Suddith, and Evan Swinney, members, and Joseph Cole and Mark Keeton, coaches, Russellville City Schools Engineering Rocket Team; Phoebe Kinzelman, student, New Trier High School in Winnetka, IL; and Kjell Lindgren, crewmember, International Space Station. Science and technology White House Astronomy Night Space Station, International Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Education Science and math programs Education Teachers Education Technology and innovation, expansion efforts Education Parental involvement Education Science and math programs Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Communications Broadband and wireless technologies Education, Department of "Educate to Innovate" initiative Education Government and private sector, coordination efforts Science and technology Research and development Space Station, International Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Education Science and math programs Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1332.pdf D09002ee1b000df60 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1332 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1332 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1332.pdf 1332 1345 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1332 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session at a Community Forum on Prescription Drug Abuse and Heroin Use in Charleston, West Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1332 178 2015-10-21 Note: The President spoke at 2:45 p.m. at the East End Family Resource Center. In his remarks, he referred to Jordan Coughlen, student, West Virginia University, who introduced the President. Ms. Dixon referred to J. Matt Boggs, executive director, Recovery Point in Huntington, WV; Delegate Don Perdue of the West Virginia House of Delegates; and Ed Hughes, president and chief executive officer, Loved Ones Group in Huntington, WV. Dr. Brumage referred to Michael E. Kilkenney, physician director, Cabell-Huntington Health Department; and Delegate Chris Stansbury of the West Virginia House of Delegates. Chief Webster referred to U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia R. Booth Goodwin II. He also referred to the Appalachia High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), a program division of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts West Virginia President's visit West Virginia Governor Health and Human Services, Department of Secretary White House Office Drug Control Policy, Office of National Justice, Department of Drug Enforcement Administration Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Drug abuse and trafficking Interdiction efforts Justice, Department of Drug Enforcement Administration Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Health and medical care Prescription narcotic access and availability, training for health care professionals Drug abuse and trafficking Medication-assisted treatment, improvement efforts Health and Human Services, Department of Secretary White House Office Drug Control Policy, Office of National White House Office Drug Control Policy, Office of National White House Office Drug Control Policy, Office of National Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Drug abuse and trafficking Foreign narcotics traffickers Drug abuse and trafficking Interdiction efforts Health and medical care Smoking cessation programs Health and medical care Preventive care and public health programs Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and Human Services, Department of Secretary Education Early childhood education programs Health and medical care Preventive care and public health programs Economy, national Strengthening efforts Economy, national Economic concerns White House Office Drug Control Policy, Office of National Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1345.pdf D09002ee1b000df61 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1345 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1345 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1345.pdf 1345 1346 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1345 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Memorandum on Addressing Prescription Drug Abuse and Heroin Use PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1345 179 2015-10-21 Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Health and medical care Prescription narcotic access and availability, training for health care professionals Drug abuse and trafficking Medication-assisted treatment, improvement efforts Health and medical care Prescription narcotic access and availability, training for health care professionals Health and Human Services, Department of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Drug abuse and trafficking Medication-assisted treatment, improvement efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347.pdf D09002ee1b000df63 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347.pdf 1347 1347 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1347 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347 180 2015-10-21 Note: The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Congo, Democratic Republic of the U.S. national emergency, continuation Congo, Democratic Republic of the Political unrest and violence

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df64 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347-2.pdf 1347 1347 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1347 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Prime Minister Mohammad Nawaz Sharif of Pakistan PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1347-2 181 2015-10-22 Note: The President spoke at 11:20 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Pakistan Prime Minister Pakistan Relations with U.S Pakistan Security cooperation with U.S Pakistan Economic growth and development Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1348.pdf D09002ee1b000df65 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1348 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1348 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1348.pdf 1348 1352 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1348 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement by President Obama and Prime Minister Mohammad Nawaz Sharif of Pakistan PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1348 182 2015-10-22 Note: An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Pakistan Prime Minister Pakistan Relations with U.S Pakistan Economic growth and development Pakistan Trade with U.S Pakistan Education, strengthening efforts Women and girls "Let Girls Learn" initiative, White House Pakistan Women, status Pakistan Energy cooperation with U.S Environment Climate change United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Pakistan Health and medical care, promotion efforts Pakistan Tehrik-i-Taliban terrorist organization Pakistan Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Afghanistan Reconciliation efforts Pakistan Federally Administered Tribal Areas, suspected terrorist safe havens Pakistan Taliban movement Pakistan Relations with India India Relations with Pakistan Terrorism Lashkar e-Taiba terrorist organization Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Pakistan Security cooperation with U.S Arms and munitions Nuclear weapons and material, nonproliferation efforts Pakistan Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1353.pdf D09002ee1b000df67 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1353 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1353 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1353.pdf 1353 1363 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1353 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Panel Discussion on Criminal Justice Reform PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1353 183 2015-10-22 Note: The President spoke at 2:36 p.m. in the South Court Auditorium of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to Deputy Attorney General Sally Quillian Yates; and J. Scott Thompson, chief, Camden County Police Department. Chief Beck referred to Sgt. Emada Tingirides and Capt. Phil Tingirides, Los Angeles Police Department officers whose family was placed under police protection during an investigation concerning threats made against them in connection with Capt. Tingirides's role on an internal disciplinary committee that led to the firing of another police officer. He also referred to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). Mr. Keller referred to Willie Horton, a convicted felon who was sentenced for crimes committed during a weekend furlough program in Massachusetts in 1986; and White House Intern Carly Lindgren . Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Congress Bipartisanship Justice, Department of Attorney General Justice, Department of Deputy Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Drug abuse and trafficking Education and prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Economy, national Poverty, efforts to combat Drug abuse and trafficking Education and prevention efforts Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Law enforcement and crime Incarceration rate and prison population Law enforcement and crime Crime rate, decline Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Law enforcement and crime State and community law enforcement agencies, Federal support Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Incarceration rate and prison population Economy, national Strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Crime rate, decline Justice, Department of U.S. attorneys Civil rights Racial equality Law enforcement and crime State and community law enforcement agencies, Federal support Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime State and community law enforcement agencies, Federal support Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Neighborhood watch and anticrime programs Drug abuse and trafficking Education and prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Crime rate, decline Civil rights Racial equality Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1363.pdf D09002ee1b000df68 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1363 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1363 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1363.pdf 1363 1364 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1363 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Vetoing the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1363 184 2015-10-22 Note: The President spoke at 3:52 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Legislation, proposed National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 Defense, Department of Funding Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Legislation, proposed National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 Terrorism Global threat Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1364.pdf D09002ee1b000df69 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1364 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1364 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1364.pdf 1364 1365 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1364 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the House of Representatives Returning Without Approval the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1364 185 2015-10-22 Armed Forces, U.S Force structure, reform Defense, Department of Funding Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Terrorism Transfer of detainees at Guantanamo Bay Armed Forces, U.S Force structure, reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1365.pdf D09002ee1b000df71 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1365 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1365 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1365.pdf 1365 1369 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1365 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Democratic National Committee Women's Leadership Forum Annual Issues Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1365 186 2015-10-23 Note: The President spoke at 4:10 p.m. at the Grand Hyatt Washington hotel. Democratic Party Democratic National Committee District of Columbia Democratic Party events Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Energy Domestic sources Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Environment Climate change Cuba Relations with U.S Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Education Global competitiveness Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Health and medical care Women's health issues Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections White House Office Vice President Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Labor issues Minimum wage Civil rights Wage equality Environment Climate change Immigration and naturalization Reform Elections Voter participation Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1369.pdf D09002ee1b000df72 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1369 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1369 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1369.pdf 1369 1370 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1369 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Resignation of General John R. Allen as Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition To Counter ISIL and the Appointment of Brett H. McGurk as Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition To Counter ISIL PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1369 187 2015-10-23 Note: The statement referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. White House Office Global Coalition To Counter ISIL, Special Presidential Envoy for the Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Iraq Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1370.pdf D09002ee1b000df73 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1370 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1370 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1370.pdf 1370 1371 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1370 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1370 188 2015-10-24 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 2:35 p.m. on October 23 in the Map Room at the White House for broadcast on October 24. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on October 23, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on October 24. Environment Climate change Environment Carbon emissions Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Holy See (Vatican City), Pope Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1371.pdf D09002ee1b000df74 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1371 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1371 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1371.pdf 1371 1372 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1371 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo of Indonesia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1371 189 2015-10-26 Note: The President spoke at 3:55 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. President Widodo spoke in Bahasa Indonesia, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Indonesia President Indonesia Relations with U.S Indonesia Economic growth and development Indonesia Security cooperation with U.S Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Developing countries Health and medical care, promotion efforts Indonesia Government accountability and transparency, strengthening efforts Environment Climate change Indonesia U.S. assistance Natural disasters Indonesia, peat fires Indonesia Educational exchanges with U.S Education Foreign exchange programs Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1372.pdf D09002ee1b000df75 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1372 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1372 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1372.pdf 1372 1377 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1372 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement by President Obama and President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo of Indonesia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1372 190 2015-10-26 Note: The joint statement referred to Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Lestari Priansari Marsudi of Indonesia. An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Indonesia President State, Department of Secretary Indonesia Minister of Foreign Affairs Indonesia Security cooperation with U.S Commerce, international Free and fair trade Indonesia Environmental protection and conservation Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Indonesia Trade with U.S World Trade Organization Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Indonesia Science and technology, cooperation with U.S Indonesia Transportation infrastructure, improvement efforts Indonesia Economic growth and development Millennium Challenge Corporation Indonesia Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies Indonesia Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Indonesia Health and medical care, promotion efforts Environment Climate change Indonesia Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Indonesia Environmental protection and conservation Indonesia Wildfires, damage and recovery efforts Indonesia U.S. assistance Indonesia Security cooperation with U.S Indonesia Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Indonesia Relations with U.S Developing countries Health and medical care, promotion efforts Foreign policy, U.S Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Asia East Asia Summit Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Indonesia Women, status Open Government Partnership Foreign policy, U.S Open government and transparency, promotion efforts Indonesia Educational exchanges with U.S Education Foreign exchange programs Indonesia Tourism and commercial travel links with U.S Indonesia Science and technology, cooperation with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1377.pdf D09002ee1b000df76 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1377 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1377 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1377.pdf 1377 1378 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1377 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Honoring the 2015 FIFA World Cup Champion United States Women's National Soccer Team PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1377 191 2015-10-27 Note: The President spoke at 11:27 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Pembroke, MA, resident Ayla Ludlow, her father Curt Ludlow, and her brother Nicholas Ludlow; Sydney Leroux and Alex Morgan, forwards, Megan Rapinoe and Heather O'Reilly, midfielders, and Christie Rampone and Becky Sauerbrunn, defenders, U.S. Women's National Soccer Team; Greg Hawes, co-owner, Historic Hawes Farms in Anderson, CA; Sarah Huffman, wife of Ms. Wambach; and Maisy Biden, granddaughter of Vice President Joe Biden. Sports FIFA World Cup Canada 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Sports FIFA World Cup Canada 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality White House Office Vice President Sports Olympic Games Brazil 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1379.pdf D09002ee1b000df77 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1379 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1379 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1379.pdf 1379 1387 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1379 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1379 192 2015-10-27 Note: The President spoke at 2:18 p.m. at McCormick Place West. In his remarks, he referred to Richard Beary, president, International Association of Chiefs of Police, who introduced the President; Randolph Holder, Jr., a New York City police officer who was killed in pursuit of a robbery suspect on October 20, and his father Randolph Holder, Sr.; Tyrone Howard, who was charged with robbery and murder in the death of Officer Holder; Charles L. Beck, chief, Los Angeles Police Department; J. Scott Thompson, chief, Camden County Police Department; and Tarrant, AL, resident Helen Johnson. He also referred to H.R. 1314. Police, International Association of Chiefs of Illinois President's visit Deaths Holder, Randolph, Jr Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Crime rate, decline Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts NAACP Law enforcement and crime Crime rate, decline Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Gun control Law enforcement and crime State and community law enforcement agencies, Federal support White House Office Vice President Justice, Department of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program Budget, Federal Government programs, spending reductions Legislation, proposed Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 Economy, national Strengthening efforts Education Early childhood education programs Children and youth Youth employment opportunities, expansion efforts Law enforcement and crime Incarceration rate and prison population Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Congress Bipartisanship Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime 21st-Century Policing, President's Task Force on Police, International Association of Chiefs of Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun control Police, International Association of Chiefs of Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Civil rights Firearm rights Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1388.pdf D09002ee1b000df78 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1388 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1388 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1388.pdf 1388 1389 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1388 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic National Committee Fundraiser in Chicago PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1388 193 2015-10-27 Note: The President spoke at 5:37 p.m. at the PUBLIC Chicago hotel. In his remarks, he referred to E.O. "Robbie" Robinson, Jr., managing director, BDT Capital Partners, LLC, his wife D'Rita Robinson, founder and chief executive officer, Chatty Guest, and their children Austen and Ava. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Democratic Party Democratic National Committee Illinois Democratic Party events Illinois President's visit Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Energy Domestic sources Environment Climate change Education High school graduation rate Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Economy, national Income inequality Science and technology Research and development Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Immigration and naturalization Reform Health and medical care Cost control reforms Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Environment Climate change Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1389.pdf D09002ee1b000df79 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1389 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1389 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1389.pdf 1389 1390 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1389 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, of the United Kingdom PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1389 194 2015-10-28 Note: The President spoke at 4:14 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. United Kingdom Prince, Duke of Sussex United Kingdom Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390.pdf D09002ee1b000df7a https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390.pdf 1390 1390 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1390 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390 195 2015-10-28 Note: The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Sudan U.S. national emergency, continuation

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df7c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390-2.pdf 1390 1391 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1390 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Congressional Passage of Federal Budget Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1390-2 196 2015-10-30 Note: The statement referred to H.R. 1314. Legislation, proposed Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Taxation Tax Code, reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391.pdf D09002ee1b000df7d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391.pdf 1391 1391 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1391 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress on Terminating the Designation of Burundi as a Beneficiary Sub-Saharan African Country Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391 197 2015-10-30 Burundi African Growth and Opportunity Act, U.S. termination of designation as beneficiary country Africa African Growth and Opportunity Act Burundi Democracy efforts Burundi Human rights issues Burundi President Burundi Political unrest and violence

Title 19 Section 2466a(a)(3)(B) Title 19 Section 3703 19 U.S.C. 2466a(a)(3)(B) 19 U.S.C. 3703 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df7e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391-2.pdf 1391 1392 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1391 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1391-2 198 2015-10-31 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:30 p.m. on October 30 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on October 31. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on October 30, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on October 31. Law enforcement and crime Incarceration rate and prison population Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Community-oriented policing, strengthening efforts Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Law enforcement and crime Parole and ex-convict reintegration programs, improvement efforts Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1392.pdf D09002ee1b000df7f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1392 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1392 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1392.pdf 1392 1393 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1392 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Signing the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1392 199 2015-11-02 Note: The President spoke at 11:50 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to White House Senior Adviser Brian C. Deese. H.R. 1314, approved November 2, was assigned Public Law No. 114-74. Legislation, enacted Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Science and technology Research and development Defense, Department of Funding Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Social Security and retirement Social Security program Taxation Tax Code, reform Congress Bipartisanship Congress Bipartisanship Public Law 114-74 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1393.pdf D09002ee1b000df80 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1393 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1393 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1393.pdf 1393 1396 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1393 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at Rutgers University-Newark in Newark, New Jersey PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1393 200 2015-11-02 Note: The President spoke at 4:15 p.m. in the Herbert M. Ellend Atrium of the Center for Law and Justice. In his remarks, he referred to Madeline Cox Arleo, judge, U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey; Kevin Egli, probation officer for Dquan Rosario; and U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey Paul J. Fishman. New Jersey President's visit Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Law enforcement and crime Incarceration rate and prison population Civil rights Racial equality Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Drug abuse and trafficking Addiction treatment and reduction efforts Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Government organization and employees Criminal record screening for job applications, restriction efforts Business and industry Criminal record screening for job applications, restriction efforts Congress Bipartisanship Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Sentencing requirements, reform Justice, Department of U.S. attorneys Law enforcement and crime Parole and ex-convict reintegration programs, improvement efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1397.pdf D09002ee1b000df81 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1397 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1397 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1397.pdf 1397 1399 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1397 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Fundraiser in New York City PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1397 201 2015-11-02 Note: The President spoke at 6:44 p.m. at the residence of Jennifer and Jonathan Soros. In his remarks, he referred to Reps. Ben Ray Luhán, chairman, and Steven J. Israel, former chairman, Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee; former Speaker of the House of Representatives John A. Boehner; and Senate Minority Leader Harry M. Reid. He also referred to H.R. 1314, which was approved November 2 and assigned Public Law No. 114-74. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Democratic Party Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee New York Democratic Party events New York President's visits Legislation, enacted Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 Defense, Department of Funding Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Social Security and retirement Social Security program Education Global competitiveness Science and technology Research and development Congress Bipartisanship Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Economy, national Strengthening efforts Education Early childhood education programs Environment Climate change Science and technology Research and development Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Health and medical care Affordability and costs Public Law 114-74 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1399.pdf D09002ee1b000df82 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1399 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1399 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1399.pdf 1399 1403 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1399 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic National Committee Fundraiser in New York City PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1399 202 2015-11-02 Note: The President spoke at 8:10 p.m. at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. In his remarks, he referred to former Vice President Richard B. Cheney; Lin-Manuel Miranda, playwright, composer, and lyricist, and Jeffrey Seller, producer, "Hamilton" musical; Margo Lion, Cochairman, President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities; musician Kanye O. West; President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; and John Harwood, Becky Quick, and Carl Quintanilla, moderators of the CNBC Republican Presidential debate in Boulder, CO, on October 28. Democratic Party Democratic National Committee New York President's visits New York Democratic Party events Sports Baseball Economy, national Improvement Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Energy Domestic sources Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Environment Climate change Economy, national Improvement Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Commerce, international Free and fair trade Cuba Relations with U.S Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Education High school graduation rate Immigration and naturalization Reform Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Russia President Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Labor issues Minimum wage Civil rights Wage equality Civil rights Racial equality Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Economy, national Strengthening efforts Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Environment Climate change Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1403.pdf D09002ee1b000df83 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1403 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1403 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1403.pdf 1403 1406 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1403 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Democratic National Committee Fundraiser in Potomac, Maryland PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1403 203 2015-11-04 Note: The President spoke at 5:47 p.m. at the residence of David and June Trone. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Democratic Party Democratic National Committee Maryland Democratic Party event Maryland President's visits Economy, national Improvement Energy Domestic sources Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Education High school graduation rate Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Economy, national Strengthening efforts Business and industry Global competitiveness Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Health and medical care Affordability and costs Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Science and technology Research and development Health and medical care Medicare and Medicaid Social Security and retirement Social Security program Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Immigration and naturalization Reform Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Environment Climate change Economy, national Economic concerns Taxation Tax Code, reform Labor issues Minimum wage Civil rights Wage equality Labor issues Paid family and sick leave Budget, Federal Deficit and national debt Taxation Tax relief Congress Bipartisanship Elections Voter participation Labor issues Minimum wage Education Global competitiveness Employment and unemployment Job training and assistance programs Economy, national Strengthening efforts Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1406.pdf D09002ee1b000df84 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1406 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1406 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1406.pdf 1406 1418 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1406 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session During a Panel Discussion at the White House Tribal Nations Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1406 204 2015-11-05 Note: The President spoke at 4:10 p.m. at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. In his remarks, he referred to Shoni Schimmel, guard, Women's National Basketball Association's Atlanta Dream, and sister of moderator Jude Schimmel; and Jazmyn Espinoza, founder, Warrior Circle Project. He also referred to his sister Maya Soetoro-Ng. American Indians and Alaska Natives White House Tribal Nations Conference Interior, Department of the Secretary American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government White House Office "My Brother's Keeper" initiative Education Teachers Interior, Department of the Secretary Sports Mascots Education Global competitiveness American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal colleges, strengthening efforts American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government American Indians and Alaska Natives Economic growth and development Interior, Department of the Secretary Health and medical care Obesity, prevention and reduction efforts Health and medical care Exercise Health and medical care Nutrition Health and medical care Obesity, prevention and reduction efforts Education School lunch programs, improvement efforts American Indians and Alaska Natives Health care system, improvement efforts American Indians and Alaska Natives Economic growth and development Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections American Indians and Alaska Natives Tribal nations, relations with Federal Government Veterans Health and medical care Interior, Department of the Secretary American Indians and Alaska Natives Health care system, improvement efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1418.pdf D09002ee1b000df85 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1418 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1418 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1418.pdf 1418 1419 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1418 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on the Notice of Intention To Enter Into the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1418 205 2015-11-05 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Public Law 114-26 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419.pdf D09002ee1b000df86 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419.pdf 1419 1419 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1419 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Suspension of the Application of Duty-Free Treatment to All AGOA-Eligible Agricultural Goods for South Africa PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419 206 2015-11-05 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. Africa African Growth and Opportunity Act South Africa African Growth and Opportunity Act, suspension of duty-free treatment of agricultural products South Africa Trade with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df87 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419-2.pdf 1419 1421 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1419 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Keystone XL Pipeline Project PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1419-2 207 2015-11-06 Note: The President spoke at 11:58 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. State, Department of Secretary Canada Prime Minister Canada Relations with U.S Canada Energy cooperation with U.S Environment Climate change State, Department of Keystone XL Pipeline project, denial of application Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Congress Bipartisanship Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Economy, national Strengthening efforts Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Energy Gasoline, oil, and natural gas costs Energy Domestic sources Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Energy Solar and wind energy Economy, national Improvement Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Environment Air quality, improvement efforts China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment Climate change Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1421.pdf D09002ee1b000df47 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1421 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1421 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1421.pdf 1421 1422 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1421 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1421 208 2015-11-07 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:05 p.m. on November 6 in the Map Room at the White House for broadcast on November 7. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on November 6, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on November 7. Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Health insurance exchanges Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Health and medical care Health insurance exchanges Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1422.pdf D09002ee1b000df88 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1422 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1422 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1422.pdf 1422 1424 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1422 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1422 209 2015-11-09 Note: The President spoke at 10:34 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Anwar Abu Zaid, suspected gunman in the shooting at the King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center in Amman, Jordan; and James Damon Creach and Lloyd "Carl" Fields, Jr., Department of State contractors who were killed in the shooting in Amman. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization, also known as ISIS. Israel Prime Minister Israel Relations with U.S Jordan Shooting at King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center in Amman Jordan Security cooperation with U.S Deaths Navon, Yitzhak, former President of Israel Israel Former President, death Israel Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Lebanon Hizballah political-paramilitary organization Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Palestinian Authority and Palestinians Relations with Israel Middle East Arab-Israeli conflict, peace process Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1424.pdf D09002ee1b000df89 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1424 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1424 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1424.pdf 1424 1427 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1424 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at an Organizing for Action Summit PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1424 210 2015-11-09 Note: The President spoke at 4:50 p.m. at the St. Regis Washington, DC hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Jordan Scruggs, volunteer, Organizing for Action. Organizing for Action Organizing for Action Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Energy Domestic sources Environment Carbon emissions Environment Climate change State, Department of Keystone XL Pipeline project, denial of application Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Economy, national Improvement Education High school graduation rate Immigration and naturalization Reform Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Civil rights Wage equality Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Organizing for Action Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1427.pdf D09002ee1b000df8b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1427 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1427 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1427.pdf 1427 1429 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1427 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at an Organizing for Action Dinner PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1427 211 2015-11-09 Note: The President spoke at 5:19 p.m. at the St. Regis Washington, DC hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Sara El-Amine, national grassroots organizing director, Organizing for Action. Audio was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Economy, national Improvement Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Organizing for Action Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429.pdf D09002ee1b000df8c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429.pdf 1429 1429 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1429 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Former Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Chair Jacqueline Berrien PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429 212 2015-11-09 Deaths Berrien, Jacqueline Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Civil rights Racial equality Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df8d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429-2.pdf 1429 1430 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1429 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1429-2 213 2015-11-10 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D of this volume. Iran U.S. national emergency, continuation Iran International diplomatic efforts Iran U.S. national emergency, continuation

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1430.pdf D09002ee1b000df8e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1430 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1430 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1430.pdf 1430 1432 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1430 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Veterans Day Ceremony in Arlington, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1430 214 2015-11-11 Note: The President spoke at 11:39 a.m. in the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC; Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, USA, commanding general, National Capital Region and Military District of Washington; and Jill T. Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden. Holidays and special observances Veterans Day Virginia President's visits Veterans Affairs, Department of Secretary White House Office Vice President Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Decorations, medals, and awards Medal of Honor Veterans Service and dedication Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Veterans Benefits Veterans Health and medical care Veterans Homelessness Veterans Affairs, Department of Secretary Veterans Job training and education assistance Veterans Unemployment and underemployment Space Station, International Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Veterans Hiring incentives Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1432.pdf D09002ee1b000df8f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1432 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1432 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1432.pdf 1432 1435 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1432 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Presenting the Medal of Honor to Captain Florent A. Groberg PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1432 215 2015-11-12 Note: The President spoke at 11:11 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Jonathan Davis, lead singer, Korn; Klara and Larry Groberg, parents, and Carsen Zarin, girlfriend, of Capt. Groberg; and Andrew O. Valmon, head coach, and Pete Hess, former team member, University of Maryland track and field program. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the reading of the citation. Decorations, medals, and awards Medal of Honor Holidays and special observances Veterans Day Armed Forces, U.S Military families Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Decorations, medals, and awards Medal of Honor Holidays and special observances Veterans Day Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1435.pdf D09002ee1b000df9b https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1435 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1435 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1435.pdf 1435 1436 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1435 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Termination of the Emergency With Respect to the Actions and Policies of Former Liberian President Charles Taylor PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1435 216 2015-11-12 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. Executive Order 13710 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Liberia Democracy efforts

Title 50 Section 1703(b) 50 U.S.C. 1703(b) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436.pdf D09002ee1b000df9c https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436.pdf 1436 1436 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1436 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436 217 2015-11-12 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Arms and munitions Weapons of mass destruction

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df9d https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436-2.pdf 1436 1438 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1436 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Meeting With National Security Leaders on the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1436-2 218 2015-11-13 Note: The President spoke at 4:18 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Participating in the meeting were former Secretaries of State Madeleine K. Albright, James A. Baker III, Henry A. Kissinger, and Colin L. Powell; former Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen; former National Security Advisers Stephen J. Hadley, James L. Jones, Jr., and Brent Scowcroft; Michael G. Mullen, former Chairman, and James A. "Sandy" Winnefeld, Jr., former Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff; and Samuel J. Locklear III, former commander, U.S. Pacific Command. Vice President Joe Biden, Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter, U.S. Trade Representative Michael B. Froman, White House Senior Adviser Valerie B. Jarrett, National Security Adviser Susan E. Rice, and National Economic Council Director Jeffrey D. Zients also attended. Defense and national security National security leaders, meeting with President Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Asia East Asia Summit Asia Trade with U.S Asia Relations with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1438.pdf D09002ee1b000df9e https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1438 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1438 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1438.pdf 1438 1438 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1438 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Terrorist Attacks in Paris, France PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1438 219 2015-11-13 Note: The President spoke at 5:45 p.m. in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. The related proclamation of November 15 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. France Relations with U.S France Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts France President Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439.pdf D09002ee1b000df9f https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439.pdf 1439 1439 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1439 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of White House Photo Editor Rick McKay PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439 220 2015-11-13 Deaths McKay, Rick White House Office Photo Editor Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-2.pdf 1439 1439 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1439 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Representative Samuel S. Farr's Decision Not To Seek Reelection PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-2 221 2015-11-13 California U.S. Representative, retirement Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-3.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-3.pdf 1439 1439 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1439 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Representative Rubén Hinojosa's Decision Not To Seek Reelection PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-3 222 2015-11-13 Texas U.S. Representative, retirement Immigration and naturalization Reform Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-4.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-4 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-4.pdf 1439 1440 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1439 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1439-4 223 2015-11-14 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:45 p.m. on November 13 in the Grand Foyer at the White House for broadcast on November 14. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on November 13, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on November 14. Holidays and special observances Veterans Day Veterans Benefits Veterans Homelessness Veterans Unemployment and underemployment Veterans Service and dedication Decorations, medals, and awards Medal of Honor Holidays and special observances Veterans Day Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1440.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1440 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1440 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1440.pdf 1440 1442 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1440 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey in Antalya, Turkey PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1440 224 2015-11-15 Note: The President spoke at approximately 11:50 a.m. in the Regnum Carya Golf and Spa Resort. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of State John F. Kerry; and Minister of Foreign Affairs Feridun Hadi Sinirlioglu of Turkey. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization, also known as Daesh. President Erdogan spoke in Turkish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Turkey President Turkey President Obama's visit Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Turkey Terrorist attack in Ankara France President Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Turkey Minister of Foreign Affairs State, Department of Secretary Syria Democracy efforts Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Turkey Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1442.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1442 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1442 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1442.pdf 1442 1450 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1442 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference in Belek, Turkey PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1442 225 2015-11-16 Note: The President's news conference began at 4:42 p.m. in the San Marco 2 Press Briefing Room at the Hotel Riu Kaya Palazzo 5 resort. In his remarks, he referred to President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; Mohammed Emwazi, an ISIL operative known as "Jihadi John," who was killed in a U.S. airstrike in Raqqa, Syria, on November 12; Abu Nabil, an ISIL leader known as "Wissam Najm Abd Zayd al-Zubaydi," who was killed in a U.S. airstrike in Derna, Libya, on November 13; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC; Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, who was convicted for his role in the Boston Marathon terrorist attacks of April 15, 2013; President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo of Indonesia; Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia; Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany; former Gov. John E. "Jeb" Bush of Florida; and Sens. R. Edward "Ted" Cruz and Marco A. Rubio. Communications News media, Presidential interviews Turkey President Obama's visit Turkey President Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations France Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Lebanon Terrorist attack in Beirut Turkey Terrorist attack in Ankara Iraq Insurgency and terrorist attacks Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Syria U.S. assistance Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Turkey Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Lebanon Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Jordan Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Immigration and naturalization Refugees Syria Democracy efforts Syria International diplomatic efforts Syria President Syria U.S. military detachment Terrorism Global threat Aviation, air travel security measures, expansion Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Yemen Suspected terrorist safe havens Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Reconciliation efforts Terrorism Global threat Defense and national security Intelligence Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Terrorism Global threat Turkey Terrorist attack in Ankara Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Terrorism Global threat Turkey President Indonesia President Malaysia President Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Germany Chancellor Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Turkey Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Jordan Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Lebanon Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Immigration and naturalization Refugees Holy See (Vatican City), Pope Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Civil rights Freedom of religion Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1450.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1450 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1450 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1450.pdf 1450 1451 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1450 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Tour of the Philippine Navy Frigate BRP Gregorio del Pilar in Manila, Philippines PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1450 226 2015-11-17 Note: The President spoke at 2:51 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of National Defense Voltaire Gazmin of the Philippines; Lt. Gen. Hernando Delfin Carmelo A. Iriberri, Chief of Staff, Philippines Armed Forces; Rear Adm. Jose Luis M. Alano, commander, Armed Forces of the Philippines-Philippine Fleet; Rear Adm. William M. Melad, deputy commandant, Philippines Coast Guard; and Capt. Vincent Sibala, commander, BRP Gregorio del Pilar . Philippines Defense relationship with U.S Philippines President Obama's visit Philippines U.S. assistance Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1451.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1451 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1451 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1451.pdf 1451 1453 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1451 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Malcolm B. Turnbull of Australia in Manila PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1451 227 2015-11-17 Note: The President spoke at 4:47 p.m. at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Minister for Trade and Investment Andrew J. Robb of Australia. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Prime Minister Turnbull referred to President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo of Indonesia; and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey. Australia Prime Minister Philippines President Obama's visit Australia Relations with U.S Australia Defense relationship with U.S Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Australia Afghanistan, role Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Australia Trade with U.S Australia Minister for Trade and Investment Trade Representative, Office of the U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Australia Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1453.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1453 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1453 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1453.pdf 1453 1459 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1453 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Benigno S. Aquino III of the Philippines and an Exchange With Reporters in Manila, Philippines PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1453 228 2015-11-18 Note: The President spoke at approximately 9:15 a.m. at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Trade and Industry Gregory Domingo of the Philippines; President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; Gov. Christopher J. Christie of New Jersey; Sen. R. Edward "Ted" Cruz; and former Gov. John E. "Jeb" Bush of Florida. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. A reporter referred to former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. Philippines President Philippines President Obama's visit Philippines Relations with U.S Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Philippines Defense relationship with U.S Philippines Political reform efforts Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Trade Representative, Office of the U.S Philippines Secretary of Trade and Industry Environment Climate change United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Philippines Relations with U.S Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Philippines Defense relationship with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization France President Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes France Syria, role Russia Syria, role Syria President Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Russia President Syria International diplomatic efforts Russia Syria, role Syria President Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Defense and national security Intelligence Immigration and naturalization Refugees Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation New Jersey Governor Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia President Immigration and naturalization Refugees Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1459.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1459 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1459 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1459.pdf 1459 1466 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1459 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Panel Discussion at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit in Manila PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1459 229 2015-11-18 Note: The President spoke at 10:20 a.m. at the Makati Shangri-La Manila hotel. In his remarks, he referred to President Xi Jinping of China; and William H. Gates III, founder, technology adviser, and board member, Microsoft Corp. Ms. Mijeno referred to her brother Raphael Mijeno, cofounder and chief financial officer, SALt. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Philippines President Obama's visit Philippines President Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Environment Climate change Philippines Typhoon Haiyan, damage and recovery efforts United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Economy, national Improvement China Economic growth and development Brazil Economic growth and development Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Energy Solar and wind energy Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Developing countries Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies, financial assistance China President Asia Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Environment Climate change Science and technology Research and development Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Energy Developing countries, energy sources Environment Climate change Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1466.pdf D09002ee1b000dfa9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1466 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1466 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1466.pdf 1466 1467 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1466 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Meeting With Trans-Pacific Partnership Leaders in Manila PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1466 230 2015-11-18 Note: The President spoke at 12:20 p.m. in the garden tent at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel. Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Philippines President Obama's visit Commerce, international Labor protection standards Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1467.pdf D09002ee1b000dfaa https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1467 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1467 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1467.pdf 1467 1467 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1467 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement--Trans-Pacific Partnership Leaders Statement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1467 231 2015-11-18 Note: The joint statement referred to Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada. An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Commerce, international Free and fair trade Canada Prime Minister Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1468.pdf D09002ee1b000dfab https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1468 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1468 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1468.pdf 1468 1472 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1468 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada and an Exchange With Reporters in Manila, Philippines PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1468 232 2015-11-19 Note: The President spoke at 2:41 p.m. in Room 218 of the Philippine International Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau, wife of Prime Minister Trudeau; and President Bashar al-Asad of Syria. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Prime Minister Trudeau referred to his children Xavier, Ella-Grace, and Hadrian Trudeau. Canada Prime Minister Philippines President Obama's visit Canada Relations with U.S North Atlantic Treaty Organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Canada Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Defense and national security Border security Canada Trade with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Canada Elections Syria President Syria Democracy efforts Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria International diplomatic efforts Syria President Russia Syria, role Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Immigration and naturalization Refugees Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Immigration and naturalization Refugees Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Transfer of detainees at Guantanamo Bay Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1473.pdf D09002ee1b000dfac https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1473 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1473 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1473.pdf 1473 1474 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1473 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan in Manila PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1473 233 2015-11-19 Note: The President spoke at 6:38 p.m. in the garden tent at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel. Prime Minister Abe spoke in Japanese, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Japan Prime Minister Philippines President Obama's visit Japan Relations with U.S Japan Defense relationship with U.S Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1474.pdf D09002ee1b000dfad https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1474 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1474 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1474.pdf 1474 1492 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1474 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session at a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Town Hall at Taylor's University in Subang Jaya, Malaysia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1474 234 2015-11-20 Note: The President spoke at 4:13 p.m. in lecture halls 21 and 22. In his remarks, he referred to Carrie Tan, founder and executive director, Daughters of Tomorrow; musicians Yunalis Mat Zara'ai and Usher T. Raymond IV; and Aisa Mijeno, cofounder and chief executive officer, SALt. He also referred to his sister Maya Soetoro-Ng. Participants referred to Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia; and President Benigno S. Aquino III of the Philippines. Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Malaysia Taylor's University in Subang Jaya Malaysia President Obama's visit Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Burma Democracy efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Environment Climate change Peace Corps, U.S Foreign policy, U.S Trafficking in persons, efforts to combat Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Developing countries Government corruption Developing countries Democratic governance and rule of law Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Environment Climate change Environment Carbon emissions Energy Solar and wind energy Environment Climate change Developing countries Economic growth and development United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) China President China Human rights issues Foreign policy, U.S Open government and transparency, promotion efforts Open Government Partnership Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Developing countries Agricultural production, improvement efforts Agriculture Food markets and prices Developing countries Agricultural production, improvement efforts Burma Democracy efforts Economy, national Improvement Economy, national Economic concerns Elections Campaign finance laws Civil rights Racial equality Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Burma Human rights issues Middle East Political unrest and violence Economy, national Economic concerns Health and medical care Health insurance reforms Immigration and naturalization Reform Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Burma Economic growth and development Civil rights Freedom of speech Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Singapore Economic growth and development Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1492.pdf D09002ee1b000dfae https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1492 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1492 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1492.pdf 1492 1494 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1492 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1492 235 2015-11-20 Note: The President spoke at approximately 8:05 p.m. in Room 406 of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. In his remarks, he referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization, also known as IS. Malaysia Prime Minister Malaysia President Obama's visit Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Malaysia Relations with U.S Malaysia Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Malaysia Trafficking in persons, efforts to combat Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Asia East Asia Summit Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1494.pdf D09002ee1b000dfaf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1494 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1494 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1494.pdf 1494 1500 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1494 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Business and Investment Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1494 236 2015-11-21 Note: The President spoke at 10:24 a.m. at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur. In his remarks, he referred to Abdul Hakim al-Ansari and Mu'adh al-Ansari, suspected gunmen in the terrorist attack at the Radisson Blu Bamako hotel in Bamako, Mali, on November 20; Anita Ashok Datar, senior director for field programs, Palladium Group, who was killed in the terrorist attack in Bamako; and Member of Parliament and National League for Democracy Leader Aung San Suu Kyi of Burma. Malaysia President Obama's visit Mali Terrorist attack in Bamako Mali Democracy efforts Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Asia Relations with U.S Terrorism Global threat Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic efforts, expansion Thailand, political reform efforts Cambodia, women, status Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Burma Democracy efforts Asia Relations with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Economy, national Economic concerns Commerce, international Free and fair trade Commerce, international Intellectual property law, strengthening efforts Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Commerce, international Labor protection standards Foreign policy, U.S Trafficking in persons, efforts to combat Developing countries Government corruption Developing countries Poverty Economy, national Income inequality Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Commerce, international Environmental protection standards Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1500.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1500 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1500 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1500.pdf 1500 1501 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1500 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Dignity for Children Foundation in Kuala Lumpur PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1500 237 2015-11-21 Note: The President spoke at 11:57 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Elisha and Petrina Satvinder, founders, Dignity for Children Foundation. Malaysia President Obama's visit Malaysia Refugee assistance Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Burma Ethnic conflict Foreign policy, U.S Refugees and displaced persons, protection efforts Immigration and naturalization Refugees Foreign policy, U.S Trafficking in persons, efforts to combat Foreign policy, U.S Refugees and displaced persons, protection efforts Mali Terrorist attack in Bamako Foreign policy, U.S Humanitarian assistance programs Immigration and naturalization Refugees Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1501.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1501 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1501 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1501.pdf 1501 1502 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1501 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Roundtable Discussion on Civil Society in Kuala Lumpur PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1501 238 2015-11-21 Note: The President spoke at 1:25 p.m. at the Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur hotel. Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Malaysia President Obama's visit Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1502.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1502 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1502 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1502.pdf 1502 1503 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1502 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement on the Association of Southeast Asian Nations-United States Strategic Partnership PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1502 239 2015-11-21 Note: An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1503.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1503 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1503 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1503.pdf 1503 1504 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1503 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Association of Southeast Asian Nations Leaders in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1503 240 2015-11-21 Note: The President spoke at 7:10 p.m. at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia. Malaysia President Obama's visit Malaysia Prime Minister Malaysia Prime Minister Environment Climate change Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1504.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1504 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1504 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1504.pdf 1504 1505 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1504 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong of Singapore in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1504 241 2015-11-22 Note: The President spoke at 2:56 p.m. at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. In his remarks, he referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Singapore Prime Minister Singapore Relations with U.S Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Asia East Asia Summit Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Singapore Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Environment Climate change Singapore Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1505.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1505 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1505 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1505.pdf 1505 1515 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1505 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference in Kuala Lumpur PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1505 242 2015-11-22 Note: The President's news conference began at 2:34 p.m. at the Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur hotel. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan; Prime Minister Malcolm B. Turnbull of Australia; Prime Minister Benigno S. Aquino III of the Philippines; Rohan Datar, son of Anita Ashok Datar, senior director for field programs, Palladium Group, who was killed in the terrorist attack at the Radisson Blu Bamako hotel in Bamako, Mali, on November 20; President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; President François Hollande of France; Jon T. Rymer, Inspector General, Department of Defense; Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC; Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter; Abdelhamid Abaaoud, suspected organizer of the November 13 terrorist attacks in Paris, France, who was killed in a police raid in St.-Denis, France, on November 18; and President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo of Indonesia. He also referred to H.R. 4038. A reporter referred to Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch. Communications News media, Presidential interviews Malaysia President Obama's visit Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Japan Prime Minister Australia Prime Minister Philippines President Asia East Asia Summit Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Terrorism Global threat Mali Terrorist attack in Bamako Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Russia Syria, role Egypt Crash of Russian Metrojet Flight 9268 Russia Crash of Metrojet Flight 9268 over Egypt Russia President Syria President Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia President Russia Syria, role Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria International diplomatic efforts France President Defense and national security Intelligence Defense, Department of Inspector General Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Defense, Department of Secretary Iraq Political unrest and violence Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Asia Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment Climate change Developing countries Poverty Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Developing countries Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies, financial assistance Environment Climate change China President China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Political unrest and violence Malaysia Prime Minister Indonesia President Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Immigration and naturalization Reform Immigration and naturalization Reform Foreign policy, U.S Trafficking in persons, efforts to combat Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Immigration and naturalization Refugees Legislation, proposed American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act of 2015 Malaysia Prime Minister Foreign policy, U.S Open government and transparency, promotion efforts Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Burma Democracy efforts Open Government Partnership Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1515.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1515 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1515 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1515.pdf 1515 1516 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1515 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Situation in Burundi PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1515 243 2015-11-22 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. This letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on November 23. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Burundi U.S. sanctions Burundi Political unrest and violence Burundi U.S. sanctions

Title 50 Section 1701et seq 50 U.S.C. 1701et seq Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1516.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1516 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1516 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1516.pdf 1516 1526 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1516 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference With President François Hollande of France PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1516 244 2015-11-24 Note: The President's news conference began at 12 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, President Obama referred to President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; Paris, France, residents Raphaella Giraudi and Raphaelle Oudart; President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey; and President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia. President Hollande referred to Minister of Foreign Affairs Laurent Fabius of France; U.S. Secretary of State John F. Kerry; Prime Minister David Cameron of the United Kingdom; and Prime Minister Matteo Renzi of Italy. President Hollande spoke in French, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. France President Communications News media, Presidential interviews Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization France Relations with U.S Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks France Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Mali Terrorist attack in Bamako Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria President Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria International diplomatic efforts Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Immigration and naturalization Refugees Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Turkey Russian military aircraft, downing Russia Turkey, downing of Russian military aircraft Turkey President Russia Relations with Turkey Turkey Relations with Russia Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia Syria, role Syria President Russia President Syria International diplomatic efforts Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Syria President Syria International diplomatic efforts Turkey Russian military aircraft, downing Russia Turkey, downing of Russian military aircraft Egypt Crash of Russian Metrojet Flight 9268 Russia Crash of Metrojet Flight 9268 over Egypt Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia President Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Defense and national security Intelligence Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria President Russia Syria, role Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1526.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1526 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1526 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1526.pdf 1526 1531 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1526 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Presenting the Presidential Medal of Freedom PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1526 245 2015-11-24 Note: The President spoke at 5:19 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Allen Barra, author, "Yogi Berra: Eternal Yankee." The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the reading of the citations. Decorations, medals, and awards Presidential Medal of Freedom Decorations, medals, and awards Presidential Medal of Freedom Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Environmental Protection Agency Environment Climate change Civil rights Wage equality Decorations, medals, and awards Presidential Medal of Freedom Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1531.pdf D09002ee1b000dfb9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1531 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1531 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1531.pdf 1531 1532 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1531 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting on Homeland Security PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1531 246 2015-11-25 Note: The President spoke at 12:02 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President François Hollande of France. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Also participating in the meeting were National Security Adviser Susan E. Rice; and Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa O. Monaco. Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Homeland Security, Department of Secretary Justice, Department of Bureau of Investigation, Federal Justice, Department of Attorney General France Relations with U.S Terrorism Global threat Holidays and special observances Thanksgiving Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Iraq Security cooperation with U.S France President Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Defense and national security Border security Defense and national security Intelligence Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Global threat Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1532.pdf D09002ee1b000dfba https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1532 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1532 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1532.pdf 1532 1533 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1532 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation Ceremony PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1532 247 2015-11-25 Note: The President spoke at 2:44 p.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. Holidays and special observances Thanksgiving Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1534.pdf D09002ee1b000dfbb https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1534 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1534 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1534.pdf 1534 1535 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1534 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Signing the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1534 248 2015-11-25 Note: S. 1356, approved November 25, was assigned Public Law No. 114-92. Legislation, enacted National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 Defense, Department of Funding Terrorism Transfer of detainees at Guantanamo Bay Armed Forces, U.S Restructuring and reform Public Law 114-92 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1535.pdf D09002ee1b000dfbc https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1535 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1535 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1535.pdf 1535 1536 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1535 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1535 249 2015-11-26 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 3:25 p.m. on November 25 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on November 26. In the address, the President referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on November 25, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on November 26. Holidays and special observances Thanksgiving Voluntarism Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Holidays and special observances Thanksgiving Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536.pdf D09002ee1b000dfbd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536.pdf 1536 1536 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1536 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Shooting in Colorado Springs, Colorado PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536 250 2015-11-28 Note: The statement referred to Robert Lewis Dear, suspected gunman in the shooting; and Jennifer Markovsky and Ke'Arre Stewart, who were killed in the shooting. Colorado Shooting in Colorado Springs Planned Parenthood Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfbe https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536-2.pdf 1536 1538 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1536 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With President Xi Jinping of China in Le Bourget, France PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1536-2 251 2015-11-30 Note: The President spoke at approximately 9:55 a.m. in the bilateral meeting room of the White House delegation space at the Parc des Expositions. In his remarks, he referred to Fan Jinghui, a freelance advertising consultant who was kidnapped and killed by members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization on November 18. President Xi referred to the U.S.-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade (JCCT). President Xi spoke in Chinese, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. China President France President Obama's visit Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts China Security cooperation with U.S Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Asia South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes China Relations with U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538.pdf D09002ee1b000dfbf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538.pdf 1538 1538 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1538 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Joint Statement by President Obama and President Xi Jinping of China on the United Nations Climate Change Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538 252 2015-11-30 Note: An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538-2.pdf 1538 1540 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1538 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the First Session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Le Bourget PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1538-2 253 2015-11-30 Note: The President spoke at 12:47 p.m. in La Seine Plenary Hall at the Parc des Expositions. In his remarks, he referred to President François Hollande of France; Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations; and Gov. Jay R. Inslee of Washington. France President Obama's visit France President United Nations Secretary-General Environment Climate change Washington Governor Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Developing countries Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies, financial assistance Environment Climate change Developing countries Climate-related natural disasters, international assistance Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1541.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1541 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1541 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1541.pdf 1541 1542 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1541 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India in Le Bourget PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1541 254 2015-11-30 Note: The President spoke at 3:41 p.m. in the bilateral meeting room of the White House delegation space at the Parc des Expositions. Prime Minister Modi referred to President François Hollande of France. India Prime Minister France President Obama's visit India Economic growth and development Developing countries Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies, financial assistance Energy Solar and wind energy Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1542.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1542 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1542 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1542.pdf 1542 1543 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1542 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Announcing the Mission Innovation Initiative in Le Bourget PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1542 255 2015-11-30 Note: The President spoke at 5:12 p.m. in the Nelson Mandela Auditorium at the Parc des Expositions. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India; President François Hollande of France; and William H. Gates III, founder, technology adviser, and board member, Microsoft Corp. France President Obama's visit France President Environment Climate change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Developing countries Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies, financial assistance Science and technology Research and development Energy Solar and wind energy Energy Developing countries, energy sources India Prime Minister Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1543.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1543 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1543 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1543.pdf 1543 1544 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1543 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Congress Transmitting an Alternative Pay Plan for Civilian Federal Employees PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1543 256 2015-11-30 Government organization and employees Civilian Federal employees, alternative pay plan Government organization and employees Civilian Federal employees, alternative pay plan

Title 5 Section 5304a 5 U.S.C. 5304a Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1544.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1544 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1544 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1544.pdf 1544 1545 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1544 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey in Paris, France PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1544 257 2015-12-01 Note: The President spoke at 10:25 a.m. at the U.S. Ambassador's residence. In his remarks, he referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization, also known as ISIS or Daesh. President Erdogan spoke in Turkish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Turkey President France President Obama's visit Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Turkey Russian military aircraft, downing Russia Turkey, downing of Russian military aircraft North Atlantic Treaty Organization Turkey Defense relationship with U.S Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1545.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1545 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1545 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1545.pdf 1545 1546 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1545 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks During a Meeting With Leaders of Small Island Nations in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1545 258 2015-12-01 Note: The President spoke at 12:44 p.m. at the OECD Development Centre. Participating in the meeting were President Anote Tong of Kiribati; President Christopher Jorebon Loeak of the Marshall Islands; Prime Minister Peter Paire O'Neill of Papua New Guinea; Prime Minister Kenny Anthony of Saint Lucia; and Prime Minister Freundel Stuart of Barbados. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on December 3. Small island nation leaders, meeting with President Obama Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment Climate change Developing countries Climate-related natural disasters, international assistance Commerce, international Group of Seven (G-7) nations Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1546.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1546 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1546 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1546.pdf 1546 1554 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1546 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference in Issy-les-Moulineaux PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1546 259 2015-12-01 Note: The President's news conference began at 2:08 p.m. at the OECD Development Centre. In his remarks, the President referred to William H. Gates III, founder, technology adviser, and board member, Microsoft Corp.; President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia; President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; and former President George H.W. Bush. Communications News media, Presidential interviews France President France President Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict France President Obama's visit Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Developing countries Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies, financial assistance Developing countries Climate-related natural disasters, international assistance Environment Quality and improvement efforts Environment Climate change Russia President Russia Syria, role Syria President Syria Democracy efforts Syria International diplomatic efforts Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Russia Syria, role Russia President Syria President Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization State, Department of Secretary Russia Minister of Foreign Affairs Syria International diplomatic efforts United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference Developing countries Energy, alternative and renewable sources and technologies, financial assistance Environment Climate change Energy Solar and wind energy Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic efforts, expansion Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Environment Climate change China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts China President Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Planned Parenthood Colorado Shooting in Colorado Springs Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Health and medical care Women's health issues Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Turkey President Turkey Border with Syria, security concerns Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Turkey Greek border, security concerns Greece Border with Turkey, security concerns Turkey Syrian refugees, humanitarian situation Syria Refugees, humanitarian situation Europe Middle Eastern and North African refugees, humanitarian situation Turkey Greek border, security concerns Greece Border with Turkey, security concerns Turkey President Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Global threat Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Environment Carbon emissions Environment Climate change Environment Climate change Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Science and technology Research and development Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555.pdf 1555 1555 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1555 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the 60th Anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555 260 2015-12-01 Alabama Montgomery Bus Boycott, 60th anniversary Civil rights Civil rights movement Civil rights Racial equality Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-2.pdf D09002ee1b000df8a https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-2.pdf 1555 1555 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1555 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Death of Former National Security Adviser Samuel R. "Sandy" Berger PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-2 261 2015-12-02 Note: The statement referred to Deborah Berger Fox, Alexander Berger, and Sarah Berger Sandelius, children of former National Security Adviser Berger. Deaths Berger, former National Security Adviser Samuel R. "Sandy" Japan Defense relationship with U.S India Relations with U.S China Relations with U.S Foreign policy, U.S Humanitarian assistance programs White House Office Security Council, National Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-3.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-3.pdf 1555 1556 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1555 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Steps Taken by the United Kingdom and Germany To Counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) Terrorist Organization PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1555-3 262 2015-12-02 United Kingdom Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Germany Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Germany Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Veterans Health and medical care Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1556.pdf D09002ee1b000dfc9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1556 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1556 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1556.pdf 1556 1557 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1556 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Members of the National Security Team on the Shooting in San Bernardino, California PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1556 263 2015-12-03 Note: The President spoke at 10:58 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Tashfeen Malik and Syed Rizwan Farook, suspected perpetrators of the shooting and attempted bombing at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, CA, on December 2. Participating in the meeting were Vice President Joe Biden; Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch; Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James B. Comey, Jr.; Director of National Intelligence James R. Clapper, Jr.; National Security Adviser Susan E. Rice; Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa O. Monaco; Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas; Deputy Director of the National Counterterrorism Center John J. Mulligan; and Deputy National Security Adviser Avril D. Haines. The related proclamation is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Justice, Department of Bureau of Investigation, Federal Justice, Department of Attorney General Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun control Justice, Department of Bureau of Investigation, Federal Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1557.pdf D09002ee1b000dfca https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1557 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1557 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1557.pdf 1557 1558 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1557 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Department of Defense Decision To Open All Military Occupational Specialties to Women PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1557 264 2015-12-03 Note: The statement referred to Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter; and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC. Civil rights Women's rights and gender equality Armed Forces, U.S "Don't ask, don't tell" policy, repeal Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Defense, Department of Secretary Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1558.pdf D09002ee1b000dfcb https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1558 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1558 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1558.pdf 1558 1559 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1558 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Lighting the National Christmas Tree PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1558 265 2015-12-03 Note: The President spoke at 6:06 p.m. on the Ellipse at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to his mother-in-law Marian Robinson; actor Reese Witherspoon; and Betty Soskin, park ranger, Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond, CA. Holidays and special observances Christmas Interior, Department of the Park Service, National Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559.pdf D09002ee1b000dfcc https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559.pdf 1559 1559 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1559 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on Congressional Passage of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559 266 2015-12-04 Note: The statement referred to H.R. 22. Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Legislation, proposed Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Economy, national Strengthening efforts Export-Import Bank, U.S Business and industry Global competitiveness Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfcd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559-2.pdf 1559 1560 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1559 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1559-2 267 2015-12-05 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 2:50 p.m. on December 4 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on December 5. In the address, the President referred to Tashfeen Malik and Syed Rizwan Farook, suspected perpetrators of the shooting and attempted bombing at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, CA, on December 2. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on December 4, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on December 5. Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun control Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1560.pdf D09002ee1b000dfce https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1560 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1560 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1560.pdf 1560 1563 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1560 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at the Kennedy Center Honors Reception PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1560 268 2015-12-06 Note: The President spoke at 5:15 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to his mother-in-law Marian Robinson; actor James Earl Jones; musician Aretha Franklin; and Hank Steuver, television critic, the Washington Post. Smithsonian Institution, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Smithsonian Institution, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563.pdf D09002ee1b000dfcf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563.pdf 1563 1563 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1563 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Observance of Hanukkah PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563 269 2015-12-06 Holidays and special observances Hanukkah Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563-2.pdf 1563 1566 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1563 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Address to the Nation on United States Counterterrorism Strategy PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1563-2 270 2015-12-06 Note: The President spoke at 8:01 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Syed Rizwan Farook and Tashfeen Malik, suspected perpetrators of the terrorist attack at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, CA, on December 2; and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, who was convicted for his role in the Boston Marathon bombing of April 15, 2013. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Global threat Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Law enforcement and crime Law enforcement officers, service and dedication Terrorism Global threat Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Defense, Department of Chattanooga, TN, military facilities, shootings Tennessee Shootings in Chattanooga Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Defense and national security Intelligence Turkey Border with Syria, security concerns Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Russia Syria, role Immigration and naturalization Visa policy, U.S Law enforcement and crime Gun control Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Civil rights Freedom of religion Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1566.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1566 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1566 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1566.pdf 1566 1567 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1566 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Message to the Senate Transmitting the United States-Jordan Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1566 271 2015-12-08 Jordan Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters, U.S.-Jordan Treaty on Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1567.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1567 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1567 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1567.pdf 1567 1568 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1567 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the 13th Amendment PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1567 272 2015-12-09 Note: The President spoke at 12:02 p.m. in Emancipation Hall at the U.S. Capitol. In his remarks, he referred to Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan. Holidays and special observances 13th amendment, 150th anniversary Slavery (historical) in U.S Civil rights Civil rights movement Civil rights Racial equality Slavery (historical) in U.S Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1568.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1568 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1568 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1568.pdf 1568 1570 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1568 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With President Reuven Rivlin of Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1568 273 2015-12-09 Note: The President spoke at 2:27 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Nechama Shulman Rivlin, wife of President Rivlin; and President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority. Israel President Holidays and special observances Hanukkah Israel Prime Minister Israel Security cooperation with U.S Israel Relations with U.S Terrorism Global threat Middle East Political unrest and violence Middle East Arab-Israeli conflict, peace process Palestinian Authority and Palestinians President Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1570.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1570 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1570 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1570.pdf 1570 1571 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1570 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks With President Reuven Rivlin of Israel at a Hanukkah Reception PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1570 274 2015-12-09 Note: The President spoke at 4:08 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Alan P. Gross, a former U.S. Agency for International Development contractor who was detained by Cuban authorities for 5 years and released to U.S. custody on December 17, 2014. Israel President Israel Relations with U.S Middle East Arab-Israeli conflict, peace process Immigration and naturalization Refugees Civil rights Freedom of religion Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1571.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1571 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1571 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1571.pdf 1571 1572 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1571 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Hanukkah Reception PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1571 275 2015-12-09 Note: The President spoke at 7:37 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. Judiciary Supreme Court Associate Justices Civil rights Freedom of religion Holidays and special observances Hanukkah Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1572.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1572 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1572 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1572.pdf 1572 1575 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1572 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on Signing the Every Student Succeeds Act PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1572 276 2015-12-10 Note: The President spoke at 11:15 a.m. in the South Court Auditorium of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to Antonio Martin, student, Kenmore Middle School in Arlington, VA, who introduced the President; and John Word, principal, Kenmore Middle School. S. 1177, approved December 10, was assigned Public Law No. 114-95. Legislation, enacted Every Student Succeeds Act Education No Child Left Behind Act Education Standards and school accountability Education, Department of Race to the Top Fund Congress Bipartisanship Education, Department of Secretary Education, Department of Acting Secretary Education Global competitiveness Education Global competitiveness Education Standards and school accountability Education Early childhood education programs Congress Bipartisanship Legislation, enacted Every Student Succeeds Act Public Law 114-95 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1575.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1575 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1575 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1575.pdf 1575 1578 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1575 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders on the Global Deployment of United States Combat-Equipped Armed Forces PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1575 277 2015-12-11 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Orrin G. Hatch, President pro tempore of the Senate. The letter referred to Abdirahman Sandhere, also known as "Ukash," a senior leader of the al-Shabaab terrorist organization who was killed in a U.S. airstrike in Kuunyo-Barrow, Somalia, on December 2. Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Afghanistan Taliban Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces North Atlantic Treaty Organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Iraqi military and security forces Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Syria U.S. military detachment Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Turkey Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Somalia Al-Shabaab terrorist organization Somalia U.S. airstrikes Yemen Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Niger, U.S. military detachment France Defense relationship with U.S Cameroon, U.S. military detachment Africa Central Africa, Lord's Resistance Army insurgent group Egypt U.S. military detachment Jordan Security cooperation with U.S North Atlantic Treaty Organization Kosovo, KFOR international security force Public Law 93-148 Public Law 107-40 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1578.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1578 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1578 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1578.pdf 1578 1580 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1578 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1578 278 2015-12-12 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:30 p.m. on December 11 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on December 12. In the address, the President referred to Muafaq Mustafa Mohammed al-Karmoush, also known as "Abu Salah," a financial operative for the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization who was killed in a U.S. airstrike outside Tal Afar, Iraq, in late November; Abdirahman Sandhere, also known as "Ukash," a senior leader of the al-Shabaab terrorist organization who was killed in a U.S. airstrike in Kuunyo-Barrow, Somalia, on December 2; Abu Nabil, also known as "Wissam Najm Abd Zayd al-Zubaydi," an ISIL leader who was killed in a U.S. airstrike in Derna, Libya, on November 13; and Paula Criswell, member of the Bay Area Unitarian Universalist Church in Houston, TX, who participated in a rally in Webster, TX, on December 4. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on December 11, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on December 12. Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Homeland Security, Department of Terror alert system, strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1580.pdf D09002ee1b000dfd9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1580 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1580 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1580.pdf 1580 1581 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1580 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on the Adoption of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Paris Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1580 279 2015-12-12 Note: The President spoke at 5:30 p.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President François Hollande of France; and U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change Todd D. Stern. Environment Paris Agreement Environment United Nations Climate Change Conference United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Environment Climate change France President United Nations Secretary-General France Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Development State, Department of Secretary State, Department of Climate Change, U.S. Special Envoy for Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Environment Climate resilience measures, strengthening efforts Economy, national Improvement China Carbon emissions, reduction efforts Energy Carbon dioxide emissions, reduction Environment Paris Agreement Environment Carbon emissions Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1581.pdf D09002ee1b000dfda https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1581 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1581 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1581.pdf 1581 1583 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1581 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks on United States Strategy To Counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) Terrorist Organization at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1581 280 2015-12-14 Note: The President spoke at 12:47 p.m. in the Press Briefing Room. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter; Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, Chairman, and Gen. Paul J. Selva, USAF, Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff; Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III, USA, commander, U.S. Central Command; and Gen. Joseph L. Votel, USA, commanding general, Joint Special Operations Command. Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Virginia President's visits White House Office Security Council, National Defense, Department of Secretary Defense, Department of Joint Chiefs of Staff Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Turkey Border with Syria, security concerns Syria U.S. military detachment Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Defense, Department of Secretary State, Department of Department Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Homeland Security, Department of Terror alert system, strengthening efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1583.pdf D09002ee1b000dfdb https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1583 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1583 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1583.pdf 1583 1586 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1583 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at a Naturalization Ceremony at the National Archives and Records Administration PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1583 281 2015-12-15 Note: The President spoke at 11:56 a.m. in the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom. In his remarks, he referred to Richard W. Roberts, Chief Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia; Leon Rodriguez, Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; and Washington, DC, resident Muhanned Ibrahim Al Naib, who has changed his name to Zachary Abraham O'Brien. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Immigration and naturalization Citizenship Archives and Records Administration, National Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Immigration and naturalization Citizenship Immigration and naturalization American "melting pot" Immigration and naturalization Citizenship Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1586.pdf D09002ee1b000dfdc https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1586 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1586 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1586.pdf 1586 1587 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1586 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Designation of Adewale Adeyemo as Deputy National Security Adviser for International Economics PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1586 282 2015-12-15 Commerce, international Group of Seven (G-7) nations Commerce, international Group of Twenty (G-20) nations China Relations with U.S Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1587.pdf D09002ee1b000dfdd https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1587 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1587 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1587.pdf 1587 1589 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1587 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Briefing at the National Counterterrorism Center in McLean, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1587 283 2015-12-17 Note: The President spoke at 12:58 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Syed Rizwan Farook and Tashfeen Malik, suspected perpetrators of the terrorist attack at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, CA, on December 2. He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Terrorism National Counterterrorism Center in McLean, VA Virginia National Counterterrorism Center in McLean Virginia President's visits Terrorism Global threat Intelligence, Office of the Director of National Central Intelligence Agency Justice, Department of Bureau of Investigation, Federal Justice, Department of Attorney General Homeland Security, Department of Secretary Terrorism September 11, 2001, attacks Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Defense and national security Intelligence Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Global threat Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization State, Department of Secretary Foreign policy, U.S Diplomatic security, strengthening efforts Immigration and naturalization Visa policy, U.S Immigration and naturalization Refugees Homeland Security, Department of Terror alert system, strengthening efforts Terrorism National Counterterrorism Center in McLean, VA Virginia National Counterterrorism Center in McLean Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1589.pdf D09002ee1b000dfde https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1589 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1589 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1589.pdf 1589 1590 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1589 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on United States Policy Toward Cuba PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1589 284 2015-12-17 Note: The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language version of this statement. Cuba Relations with U.S Cuba Tourism and commercial travel links with U.S Cuba Human rights issues Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1590.pdf D09002ee1b000dfdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1590 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1590 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1590.pdf 1590 1600 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1590 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's News Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1590 285 2015-12-18 Note: The President's news conference began at 2:06 p.m. in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to Syed Rizwan Farook and Tashfeen Malik, suspected perpetrators of the terrorist attack at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, CA, on December 2; former President Mohamed Hosni Mubarak of Egypt; and President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia. He also referred S. 1177, the Every Student Succeeds Act, which was approved December 10 and assigned Public Law No. 114-95; H.R. 22, the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act, which was approved December 4 and assigned Public Law No. 114-94; H.R. 2029, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016, which was approved December 18 and assigned Public Law No. 114-113; and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization, also known as ISIS or Daesh. Communications News media, Presidential interviews Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Health and medical care Cost control reforms Environment Paris Agreement Cuba Relations with U.S Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Education Every Student Succeeds Act Transportation Infrastructure, national, improvement efforts Export-Import Bank, U.S Taxation Tax relief Monetary Fund, International Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Presidency, U.S., commutations and pardons Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria U.S. and coalition airstrikes Iraq Security cooperation with U.S Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Defense and national security Intelligence Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Communications Social networking and new media Immigration and naturalization Visa policy, U.S Defense and national security Electronic surveillance program Civil rights Privacy Terrorism Transfer of detainees at Guantanamo Bay Egypt Democracy efforts Libya Political unrest and violence Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Syria President Russia President State, Department of Secretary Syria International diplomatic efforts Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria International diplomatic efforts Syria President State, Department of Secretary Russia Syria, role Congress Bipartisanship Education Early childhood education programs Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Armed Forces, U.S Funding Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Congress Bipartisanship Elections 2016 Presidential and congressional elections Environment Paris Agreement Energy Fuel efficiency standards, strengthening efforts Environment Climate change Environment Paris Agreement Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Africa West Africa, Ebola epidemic, response and containment efforts Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Terrorism Al Qaida terrorist organization Pakistan Federally Administered Tribal Areas, suspected terrorist safe havens Yemen Suspected terrorist safe havens Syria President Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Public Law 114-94 Public Law 114-95 Public Law 114-113 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1600.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe0 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1600 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1600 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1600.pdf 1600 1600 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1600 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Memorandum of Disapproval Concerning Legislation Regarding Congressional Disapproval of an Environmental Protection Agency Rule on Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1600 286 2015-12-18 Environmental Protection Agency Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Environment Climate change Environment Carbon emissions Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601.pdf 1601 1601 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1601 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Memorandum of Disapproval Concerning Legislation Regarding Congressional Disapproval of an Environmental Protection Agency Rule on Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601 287 2015-12-18 Environmental Protection Agency Energy Greenhouse gas emissions, regulation Environment Climate change Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601-2.pdf 1601 1602 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1601 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders Designating Funds for Overseas Contingency Operations and Global Counterterrorism PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1601-2 288 2015-12-18 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602.pdf 1602 1602 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1602 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Letter to Congressional Leaders Designating Emergency Funding for the International Monetary Fund PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602 289 2015-12-18 Note: Identical letters were sent to Paul D. Ryan, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the Senate. Monetary Fund, International Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602-2.pdf 1602 1603 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1602 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks Following a Meeting With Families of the Victims of the Terrorist Attack in San Bernardino, California PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1602-2 290 2015-12-18 Note: The President spoke at 10:53 p.m. in a classroom at Indian Springs High School. California President's visits Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Law enforcement and crime Gun violence, prevention efforts Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1603.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1603 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1603 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1603.pdf 1603 1604 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1603 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1603 291 2015-12-19 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:25 p.m. on December 17 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on December 19. In the address, the President referred to David M. Letterman, former host, CBS's "Late Show With David Letterman." He also referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization; H.R. 2029, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016, which was approved December 18 and assigned Public Law No. 114-113; and S. 1177, the Every Student Succeeds Act, which was approved December 10 and assigned Public Law No. 114-95. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on December 18, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on December 19. Economy, national Improvement Employment and unemployment Job creation and growth Employment and unemployment Unemployment rate Health and medical care Insurance coverage and access to providers Environment Climate change Environment Paris Agreement Cuba Relations with U.S Iran Nuclear program, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Legislation, enacted Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 Defense, Department of Funding Education Every Student Succeeds Act Civil rights Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, equality Public Law 114-95 Public Law 114-113 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604.pdf 1604 1604 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1604 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Persecution of Christians PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604 292 2015-12-23 Note: The statement referred to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization. Civil rights Freedom of religion Holidays and special observances Christmas Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604-2.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604-2.pdf 1604 1605 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1604 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); The President's Weekly Address PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1604-2 293 2015-12-25 Note: The address was recorded at approximately 4:30 p.m. on December 17 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast on December 25. In the address, the President referred to his mother-in-law Marian Robinson. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on December 24, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on December 25. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1605.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1605 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1605 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1605.pdf 1605 1606 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1605 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Remarks at Marine Corps Base Hawaii in Kaneohe, Hawaii PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1605 294 2015-12-25 Note: The President spoke at 4:32 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Maj. Adrianna M. Vorderbruggen, T. Sgt. Joseph G. Lemm, S. Sgt. Louis M. Bonacasa, S. Sgt. Michael A. Cinco, S. Sgt. Chester J. McBride, and S. Sgt. Peter W. Taub, U.S. Air Force personnel who were killed in a terrorist attack near Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, on December 21; and Col. Sean C. Killeen, USMC, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Hawaii President's visit Hawaii Marine Corps Base Hawaii in Kaneohe Holidays and special observances Hanukkah Armed Forces, U.S Military families Afghanistan Terrorist attack near Bagram Air Base Holidays and special observances Christmas Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1606.pdf D09002ee1b000dfe9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1606 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1606 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1606.pdf 1606 1606 2015, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1606 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Statement on the Observance of Kwanzaa PRESDOCU PPP-2015-book2-doc-pg1606 295 2015-12-26 Note: This statement was released by the Office of the Press Secretary as a statement by the President and the First Lady. Holidays and special observances Kwanzaa A Presidential Documents D09002ee1b000dff1-PPP-2015-book2-app-pg1607.pdf D09002ee1b000dfea https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-app-pg1607 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2015-book2/PPP-2015-book2-app-pg1607 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2015-book2/pdf/PPP-2015-book2-app-pg1607.pdf 1607 1646 2015, Public Papers Page APPENDIX A-11607 PPP 2015, Book2, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Barack Obama (2015, Book II); Digest of Other White House Announcements APPENDIX PPP-2015-book2-app-pg1607 296 A A-1 Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Africa See also AIDS Al Qaida Appropriations Armed Forces, U.S See also Arms and munitions See also specific country Arts See also Awards Board Budget, Federal See also specific Federal agency or organization Business and industry See also See specific Federal department or executive branch agency Catholic Children and youth See also Climate change Commerce, international See also specific country or region Commission Communications See also specific news organization, State, or country Crime Defense and national security See also Defense, Department of See also Democratic Party See also specific State Developing countries See also specific country or region Disaster assistance See also Diseases See also Drug abuse and trafficking See also specific country or region Economy, national See also Education See also specific State Elections See also specific State or country Emergency Management Agency, Federal Employment and unemployment See also Energy See also England Environment See also Europe See also specific country FBI Federal Labor-Management Relations, National Council on FEMA Foreign policy, U.S See also specific country or region Government organization and employees See also Great Britain Health and medical care See also Health and medical care Affordability and costs HIV/AIDS See also specific country or region Homeland Security, Department of See also Hurricanes Immigration and naturalization See also Intelligence International Israel See also Medals Mediation Board, National Medicare and Medicaid Middle East See also National Security Education Board National security NATO Natural disasters See also Nuclear energy Nuclear weapons Olympic Games Palestinian Authority and Palestinians See also Environment President Roman Catholic Church See also Science and technology See also State, Department of Ambassadors Supreme Court Terrorism See also Trade Trade agreements or negotiations U.S USAID Vatican Vice President Washington, DC Weapons of mass destruction Attorney General Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières Guantanamo Bay, U.S. Naval Base Kennedy Center White House Office Vice President Tennessee President's visit Health and medical care Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Italy Prime Minister Greece Financial markets, unrest Twitter Italy Expo 2015 Milan in Milan Wisconsin President's visit Canada 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Sports FIFA World Cup Maryland President's visits Vietnam Communist Party General Secretary Holidays and special observances Independence Day France President Europe Financial markets, stabilization efforts Sports FIFA World Cup Canada 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Germany Chancellor Greece Financial markets, unrest Europe Financial markets, stabilization efforts Greece Prime Minister Greece Sovereign debt assistance and economic reforms Defense, Department of Secretary Congress Members, meetings with President Libya U.S. Ambassador Papua New Guinea U.S. Ambassador Solomon Islands, U.S. Ambassador Vanuatu, U.S. Ambassador Guinea U.S. Ambassador Tajikistan, U.S. Ambassador Wyoming, disaster assistance Disaster assistance Wyoming Treasury, Department of the Secretary State, Department of Secretary Energy, Department of Secretary Iran International diplomatic efforts White House Office Aging, White House Conference on Bosnia and Herzegovina, Srebrenica genocide, 20th anniversary Justice, Department of Attorney General Health and Human Services, Department of Deputy Secretary Railroad Passenger Corporation, National (AMTRAK) Treasury, Department of the Mint, Director Health and Human Services, Department of Medicare and Medicaid Services, Centers for Judiciary Federal court nominations and confirmations Pennsylvania President's visits Maryland President's visits Law enforcement and crime Pardons and commutations Law enforcement and crime Criminal justice system, reform efforts Ukraine Prime Minister Oklahoma President's visit Louisiana Disaster assistance Disaster assistance Louisiana Communications News media, Presidential interviews New York Times Saudi Arabia King Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Yemen Political unrest and violence Law enforcement and crime Formerly incarcerated individuals, meeting with President Democratic Party Democratic National Committee Pennsylvania Democratic Party events France President Germany Chancellor United Kingdom Prime Minister Europe European Union, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Greece Sovereign debt assistance and economic reforms Israel Prime Minister Israel Security cooperation with U.S United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi, Crown Prince United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, Deputy Supreme Commander Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Yemen Political unrest and violence Texas President's visit Russia President Syria Civil war and sectarian conflict Oklahoma Durant High School in Durant American Indians and Alaska Natives Choctaw, Cherokee, Muscogee (Creek), and Chickasaw Nations youth, meeting with President State, Department of Secretary Oklahoma Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel in Oklahoma City State, Department of Trafficking, Office To Monitor and Combat Nuclear Regulatory Commission Oman U.S. Ambassador State, Department of Chemical Weapons, Organization for the Prohibition of Emergency Board No. 248, Presidential Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation Oklahoma President's visit Oklahoma Federal Correctional Institution El Reno in El Reno Justice, Department of Bureau of Prisons, Federal Communications News media, Presidential interviews VICE News Justice, Department of Bureau of Investigation, Federal Tennessee Shootings in Chattanooga New York President's visits Judiciary Federal court nominations and confirmations Colorado Disaster assistance Disaster assistance Colorado Saudi Arabia Foreign Affairs, Minister of Democratic Party Democratic National Committee Pennsylvania Democratic Party events Pennsylvania President's visits Arts "Hamilton" musical, President's attendance in New York City White House Office Vice President American Legion China President Iran International diplomatic efforts China Relations with U.S Reserve System, Federal Disaster assistance Kansas Kansas, disaster assistance Pennsylvania President's visits New York President's visits Comedy Central, "The Daily Show With Jon Stewart" Judiciary Federal court nominations and confirmations Afghanistan President Afghanistan Chief Executive Officer Afghanistan Reconstruction efforts Afghanistan Government officials, corruption issues Afghanistan Afghan military and security forces Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Turkey President Iraq Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Syria Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) terrorist organization Turkey Terrorist attack in Suruc Turkey Terrorist attack in Ceylanpinar New Jersey Disaster assistance Disaster assistance New Jersey BBC Television Germany President Obama's visit Louisiana Shooting in Lafayette Tennessee Valley Authority Zimbabwe, U.S. Ambassador Energy, Department of Management and Performance, Under Secretary for White House Office Economic Advisers, Council of Intelligence, Office of the Director of National Intelligence Advisory Board, President's Cancer Panel, President's Kenya President Obama's visit Sports Special Olympics World Games Kenya President Obama's visit Development, U.S. Agency for International d.light Solar Sister M-Kopa Solar Mibawa Suppliers Ltd Afrisol Energy Ltd Pfoofy Power and Light Ltd Kenya U.S. Embassy staff, meeting with President Obama Kenya 1998 U.S. Embassy bombing, survivors and families of victims, meeting with President Obama Kenya President Communications News media, Presidential interviews Ethiopia President Obama's visit Ethiopia U.S. Embassy staff, meeting with President Obama Ethiopia Prime Minister Ethiopia President Uganda President Sudan Minister of Foreign Affairs South Sudan Political unrest and violence Terrorism Counterterrorism efforts Somalia Political unrest and violence Ethiopia "Lucy" fossil, viewing by President Obama Spain King Spain Queen Foreign policy, U.S Civil and human rights, promotion efforts Ethiopia President Obama's visit Germany Ramstein Air Force Base Germany President Obama's visit Congress Members, meetings with 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