From the White House: Making It Easier for Americans to Support Haiti
From the White House Blog: http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2010/01/22/making-it-easier-americans-support-haiti
In the days since the earthquake in Haiti, Americans have shown their generosity with millions of dollars in donations. Tonight, President Obama signed a bill into law that makes it easier to give. This legislation will allow taxpayers to receive the tax benefit from donations made to the Haiti [...]
U.S. Department of State Announces U.S. Center at Copenhagen Climate Change Negotiation and Launches COP-15 Web site
U.S. Department of State Announces U.S. Center at Copenhagen Climate Change Negotiation and Launches COP-15 Web site
For the first time, the U.S. Department of State, in coordination with the White House and multiple federal departments and agencies, is organizing [...]
Proclamation by the President for Thanksgiving Day 2009
23 November 2009
Proclamation by the President for Thanksgiving Day 2009
What began as a harvest celebration between European settlers and indigenous communities nearly four centuries ago has become our cherished tradition of Thanksgiving. This day’s roots are intertwined with those of our Nation, and its history traces the American [...]
U.S. Taking Practical Action on Climate Change
09 November 2009
U.S. Domestic and International Actions on Climate Change
Richard LeBaron, Deputy Chief of Mission
Remarks to the UK Environment Agency’s Annual Conference
Thank you for this opportunity to speak with you about actions being taken in the United States on climate change. It is an honor to be included with such a [...]
Interested in Assisting the Boy Scouts of America?
The Boy Scouts of America has over 20 units operating throughout the United Kingdom, from Sussex to Scotland. They could use the help of any interested adults and youth as members and leaders. 2010 is the 100th anniversary of the BSA and they will be working hard to make this celebration special in the home [...]
Presidential Proclamation : World Freedom Day
Documents & Texts from the White House
09 November 2009
Presidential Proclamation : World Freedom Day
Twenty years ago today, the Wall came down in Berlin and both a country and a continent came together. After thousands of East Berliners flooded through checkpoints into West Berlin, border restrictions dissolved across Eastern [...]
Thanksgiving Day Service at St. Paul’s Cathedral
Dear Sir or Madam:
It is my pleasure to inform you that St. Paul’s Cathedral will graciously host a Thanksgiving Day service at 11:00 am on Thursday, November 26, 2009, to commemorate this American holiday.
President Lincoln formally established Thanksgiving as an American civic holiday in 1863 as a way of reminding the American people of their [...]
Secretary Clinton Delivers Video Message for Alliance of Youth Movements Summit
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton recorded a video message for participants of the Alliance of Youth Movements Summit in Mexico City, Mexico October 16, 2009. Here is an excerpt from her remarks:
“You come from different cultures and countries and speak different languages. But you all share a common commitment to engaging with the [...]
Ambassador Susman presents Credentials to the Queen
13 October 2009
The Ambassador of the United States of America to the Court of St. James’s, Louis B. Susman, presented his diplomatic credentials to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, at Buckingham Palace, on Tuesday, October 13, 2009. The Ambassador was accompanied by his wife, Marjorie, and four senior members of the Embassy staff – Richard [...]
Warden Message: Domestic Violence Prevention Workshop Oct. 17th
We would like to draw your attention to this announcement regarding a domestic violence prevention workshop to be held in London on Saturday October 17th, 2009. The workshop will be conducted by the American Overseas Domestic Violence Crisis Center. For more information or to register, please contact the American Overseas Domestic Violence Crisis Center directly.
