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February 6, 2012
I was pleased to meet and hear from campus representatives from higher education institutions throughout the Fifth District on the issues that are rightfully concerning to their academic communities.
Issues:
Education
February 4, 2012
Black history has always been a complex subject here in Maryland.
February 3, 2012
Todays report showed our economy added 257,000 private sector jobs in January, lowering our unemployment rate to 8.3%.
Issues:
Jobs & the Economy
February 1, 2012
In 1926, when Dr. Carter G. Woodson launched the weeklong celebration that later became Black History Month, so much history was yet to be written.
January 31, 2012
CBOs Budget and Economic Outlook released today reveals what Americans already know: we have to get Americans back to work, and we have to get our fiscal house in order by reaching a big and balanced deficit reduction plan this year.
Issues:
Budget & Fiscal Responsibility
January 23, 2012
This is a very unique facility. It is a national treasure that is important for us to maintain. These are world class facilities, said U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta during a visit Friday to Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
Issues:
National Security & Veterans
January 23, 2012
I was pleased to hear from students and faculty about their experiences at the Calvert Career and Technology Academy, and how the high school is preparing students for the workforce and motivating them to seek degrees in these fields at higher education institutions.
Issues:
Education
Jobs & the Economy
January 23, 2012
With a decline in Americas number of skilled workers and manufacturers, public school systems throughout the nation are trying to prepare students to do the necessary hands-on work.
Issues:
Jobs & the Economy
Education
January 20, 2012
I am always excited to be back at Pax River with some of the finest men and women in the Department of Defense. Today I am especially glad to be here with you to introduce a man I have known for over thirty years.
Issues:
National Security & Veterans