Obama's call of college for all: Could it be done? - The Associated Press

Feb 28, 2009 in Uncategorized

Obama's call of college for all: Could it be done?
The Associated Press
In his address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, President Barack Obama called for every American to pursue some form of education beyond high school. It's an ambitious goal — some might say impossible. Currently, only two of every five
Obama aims high for higher education USA Today
Obama plan includes big increases to college aid San Jose Mercury News
U.S. News & World Report

Leave your Comment

Americans relieved as Obama pledges Iraq wind down - Reuters

Feb 28, 2009 in Uncategorized

Outlook

Americans relieved as Obama pledges Iraq wind down
Reuters
American public opinion is broadly on the side of President Barack Obama's decision to end US combat operations in Iraq in 18 months, leaving 50000 troops behind for stability. "I think it's time to bring 'em home," said Dallas-area dentist Andre Ellis
US needs to refine its goals in Afghanistan: Obama Press Trust of India
Obama pledges no long-term Afghan designs AFP
Obama says US not interested in long-term presence in Afghanistan Xinhua
Hindu - Voice of America

Leave your Comment

Iraqis welcomes Obama's pullout plan - Xinhua

Feb 28, 2009 in Uncategorized

BBC News

Iraqis welcomes Obama's pullout plan
Xinhua, China
28 (Xinhua) -- Iraqis Saturday welcomed a pullout plan of US combat troops announced by President Barack Obama, though some voiced a cautious optimism about the country's future. "Iraq welcomes Obama's announcement because we want our security and
Video: Troops React to Obama's Iraq Pullout Plan AssociatedPress

Americans relieved as Obama pledges Iraq wind down Reuters
Day 39: Obama Lays Out Iraq Withdrawal Plan CBS News
Washington Post - New York Times

Leave your Comment

Obama Calls His Budget Sweeping, Needed Change - New York Times

Feb 28, 2009 in Uncategorized

Times Online

Obama Calls His Budget Sweeping, Needed Change
New York Times, United States
By PETER BAKER WASHINGTON — President Obama on Saturday described his expansive budget proposal as “a threat to the status quo in Washington” and cast himself as a populist crusader willing to do battle with special interests to expand health care,
Video: Obama budget sees soaring deficit france24english