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President Obama Speaks At 2012 National Prayer Breakfast [VIDEO]

My Praise ATL — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:42:15 +0000

Speaking at the 2012 National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C., President Barack Obama said his Christian faith is a driving force behind his economic policies.

Speaking to more than 3,000 people at the annual breakfast, Obama said, for example, that his own call for fairness in the tax code – a central tenet of his State of the Union address and his 2012 campaign – is both economically sound and consistent with the teachings of Jesus.

Watch his address below:

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Tuskegee Airmen Visit The White House For “Red Tails” Screening [VIDEO]

My Praise ATL — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:35:11 +0000

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama recently hosted a screening of “Red Tails” at the White House and invited real Tuskegee Airmen to the screening.

“Red Tails” stars Cuba Gooding, Jr. and Ne-Yo were also in attendance. Check out video coverage, courtesy of the White House, below:

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Too Cute & Too Funny: Baby Puts Hand in Prez’s Mouth [VIDEO]

Darlene McCoy — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:42:28 +0000

During a visit with military families at a Marine Corps Base in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii on Sunday, a curious baby stuck his fingers into President Obama’s mouth. ... Read more..

Heavy D Funeral: President Obama Sends Letter Of Condolence

My Praise ATL — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:30:49 +0000

Rapper/actor Heavy D, who was known for his free-flowing, playful hip-hop style, was remembered by family and friends — and President Obama — in a funeral service held today in New York.

Last week, the 44-year-old rapper collapsed outside his Beverly Hills, Calif., condominium.

He was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital, where he was pronounced dead on Nov. 8.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences at this difficult time. He will be remembered for his infectious optimism and many contributions to American music. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers,” the president wrote in a letter, which the Rev. Al Sharpton read at the service, The Associated Press reported.

Read more at ABC News.

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President Obama Shuts Heckler Down With Jesus [VIDEO]

Elev8 — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:30:42 +0000

President Obama is known for thinking on his feet.

While speaking on the West Coast Obama was interrupted by a heckler. The Obama heckler, identified as David Serrano, had positioned himself at the front of the stage and shouted, “The Christian God is the one and only true living God, the creator of Heaven and the Universe.”
Watch the video of President Obama being heckled:

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President Obama Addresses Employment Head On With Interactive One Team

Elev8 — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 19:55:18 +0000

Earlier this week our sister sites, “Hello Beautiful“, “NewsOne” and “The Urban Daily” participated in hosting an interactive conversation about the state of the union with top Aides in the White House. The discussion ended with a surprise visit from the President answering questions directly for over 15 minutes.

The forum, titled “Open for Questions with Interactive One,” featured various administration officials discussing how the administration’s polices have affected and will affect the Black community, taking questions from the Interactive One network sites, TheGrio.com, and BlackPlanet.com.

Make sure to visit the site and watch the discussion here: We Must Pump It Up To Pass Jobs

President Obama charged all in attendance to get the truth out about the state of employment and what is happening across the nation.

Though it’s difficult to be optimistic about the bleak job market when unemployment is stuck at around 9.1%, but a survey just released by employment services firm ManpowerGroup offers hope for job seekers in many places around the country.

The survey reveals that the metropolitan area with the most optimistic forecast of all for hiring this fall is San Antonio, Texas, and there’s also the good news that employers in 45 states expect the bleak employment picture to perk up. In fact, hiring managers in dozens of metropolitan areas anticipate considerable increases in hiring, while others present a darker forecast.

In fact, Baltimore-Towson employers are expressing similar sentiments. Twenty percent of that metro area’s hiring managers anticipate a bright fourth quarter. Meanwhile, 7% expect to decrease their payrolls, 71% anticipate no change and 2% are uncertain. This yields a net employment outlook of 13% and positions the Maryland metropolis as the third best place for finding a job this fall. Greensboro-High Point, N.C., St. Louis and Tulsa enjoy the same rank.

Part of the fact is that America at large feels that lawmakers are acting like spoiled brats. Here is a recent poll taken during the debt ceiling discussion:

Tell us what you think. We want to hear from you.

Happy Birthday President Obama

Elev8 — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:15:11 +0000

President Obama wrapped up the debt-ceiling debate just in time to celebrate another important milestone, his 50th birthday.Take a look at Jennifer Hudson leading the crowd in singing Happy Birthday to President Barack Obama on the eve of his 50th birthday and check out our photo gallery below:

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President Obama May Approve Free Birth Control In New Health Care Plan

Elev8 — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 21:30:08 +0000

Another birth control revolution may be on the horizon. Fifty years after the pill was introduced, free contraception for women in the U.S., may be in effect thanks to the new health care law by the Obama administration. According to the LA Times, the Obama administration, is recommending that all U.S.-approved birth control methods — including the “morning after pill,” taken shortly after intercourse to forestall pregnancy — be added to the federal government’s list of preventive health services.

The IOM noted that women with unplanned pregnancies were more likely to put off or neglect prenatal care and to smoke, drink or experience depression.

The recommendation to add birth control is a big gain for organizations like the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and Planned Parenthood, but is likely to stoke opposition from conservative and religious groups.

Other services recommended by IOM include screening for gestational diabetes, testing for human papillomavirus (HPV) in women over 30, counseling for HIV and sexually transmitted infections, lactation counseling, screening for domestic violence and yearly wellness visits.

This would be a groundbreaking moment for women in the U.S.

President Obama Visits Alabama: “I’ve Never Seen Devastation Like This”

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President Obama Visits Alabama: “I’ve Never Seen Devastation Like This”

Rhodell Lewis — Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:58 +0000

President Barack Obama and our First Lady Michelle Obama visited Tuscaloosa, Alabama recently after the devastating tornado ripped through the state last week. According to the New York Post, President Obama stood there in amazement at the damages in the city, shaking his head stating, “I’ve never seen devastation like this, it is heartbreaking.”

The deadly tornado that hit last Wednesday took more than 300 lives, making this the worst tornado in the United States since 1932. During their visit, President Obama make a conscious effort to prove that he is taking this natural disaster more seriously than previous Presidents.

He also went on to say, “We can’t bring those who are lost back. They are alongside God at this point,” and promised the city’s mayor that Washington would help repair the city and ensured them they wouldn’t be forgotten.

“What’s amazing is, when something like this happens folks forget all their petty differences , when we’re confronted by the awesome power of nature and reminded that all we have is each other.” President Obama said.

They had the opportunity to speak to survivors of the storm in a school gym later that day, and seemed to give the town a bit of hope and peace while they were there. Prayers go out to everyone involved in this tragedy.

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President Obama And First Lady: Bullying Prevention [VIDEO]

Elev8 — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:26:23 +0000

President Obama and the First Lady talk about bullying and the growing movement, led by young people, to make our communities places where young people can thrive:

(WhiteHouse.Org) While it may not always be in the headlines, bullying is an issue that affects every young person in America, and we all have a responsibility to do something about it.

Learn more about the issue at StopBullying.gov and make sure you join StopBullying.gov’s facebook page.

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