Saturday, January 18, 2014

Making 2014 a Year of Action to Expand Opportunities for the Middle Class

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Weekly Address: Making 2014 a Year of Action to Expand Opportunities for the Middle Class

In this week’s address, President Obama said 2014 will be a year of action, and called on both parties to help make this a breakthrough year for the United States by bringing back more good jobs and expanding opportunities for the middle class.

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Expanding Educational Opportunity: And yesterday, a group of leaders in higher education joined the President and First Lady at the White House to take the next step toward ensuring that every child, rich or poor, has the opportunity for a quality college education so they can get ahead.

“We’ve got philanthropists and business leaders here; we’ve got leaders of innovative non-for-profits; we’ve got college presidents -- from state universities and historically black colleges to Ivy League universities and community colleges,” President Obama said. “More than 100 colleges and 40 organizations are announcing new commitments to help more young people not only go to, but graduate from college.” These leaders made the commitment to take action on areas crucial to making college a reality to more kids.

The day before, the First Lady hosted a discussion on education to support the President’s “North Star” Goal, which states that by 2020, Americans will have the highest proportion of college graduates in the world.

America’s Newest High-Tech Manufacturing Hub: President Obama visited Raleigh, North Carolina on Wednesday to announce that Raleigh is going to be America’s newest manufacturing innovation hub. This new hub will bring leading companies, universities, and federal research together under one roof to help develop the next generation of power electronics. President Obama has proposed building a network of these hubs across the country to help make the United States a magnet for the good, high-tech manufacturing jobs that we need to grow the middle class and keep this country on the cutting edge.

“Together, these hubs will “help build new partnerships in areas that show potential,” the President said. “They’ll help to lift up our communities. They’ll help spark the technology and research that will create the new industries, the good jobs required for folks to punch their ticket into the middle class.” You can check out his complete remarks here.

Cabinet Meeting: On Tuesday, President Obama held his first Cabinet meeting of the new year. “We’ve got a lot to do in 2014. As I’ve said before, this is going to be a year of action,” he said before the meeting. The President said he was pleased that the House and Senate agreed to a budget and put forward a bill to fund the government and is looking forward to working with each side of the aisle to advance economic recovery. Read his full remarks here.

Get ready for the State of the Union: Next Tuesday, January 28th at 9 P.M. ET, President Obama will deliver his fifth State of the Union Address. This year there will be more ways to watch the speech and share exclusive graphics. Want to stay updated on the latest State of the Union news? Sign up to get exclusive content before and after the speech and follow @WhiteHouse on Twitter for real-time updates on the State of the Union.

The Miami Heat back at the White House: The President welcomed the Miami Heat back to the White House on Wednesday to congratulate the team on their back-to-back championship titles. Last season, the Heat won a team-record 66 games and beat the San Antonio Spurs in the finals. "The Heat showed us the kind of heart and determination it takes to be a champion," the President said.

Nomination for the Small Business Administration: On Wednesday the President announced his nominee to lead the Small Business Administration, Maria Contreras-Sweet. The President spoke about her previous experience starting small businesses and her proven track record to helping small businesses succeed.

Vice President Attends Auto Show: While the President was back in Washington, D.C., Vice President Biden spoke at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Thursday. After speaking at the event, he got to tour the exhibit. “I’m like a kid in a candy shop,” the Vice President said. 


 

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Friday, January 17, 2014

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First Lady Michelle Obama: "Meet Troy:"

Yesterday, First Lady Michelle Obama spoke on expanding college opportunity and was introduced by a college student named Troy. Read his story and hear why the First Lady is asking Americans to make a local commitment to help at least one young person make their way into higher education.

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Making Progress on Climate Change

In the past few months, the Administration has taken important steps under the Climate Action Plan to move to cleaner sources of power, strengthen our communities against climate change impacts such as the threat of more severe weather, and engage our international partners.

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What You Missed: Facebook Q&A on College Opportunity

Yesterday, President Obama and the First Lady spoke about expanding college opportunity so that every student who works hard can get a higher education. Later, the President's education advisor, Roberto Rodriguez, answered your questions about the issue during the first-ever White House Q&A on Facebook.

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The Mentholatum Company Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Rohto® Eye Drops Made in Vietnam

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Meet Troy:

 

Hello, all --

Today, I met a young man named Troy.

Troy comes from New Orleans, where his family lived through the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. He couldn't read until he was twelve, and would regularly cut school because the other students would tease him. When he did attend, he'd shove desks, start fights -- anything to get him out of class.

But then Troy saw his younger siblings start down a similar path. And he decided to make a change. He connected with his fifth-grade teacher, and enrolled in a program called the Urban League College Track. With the support of College Track and his teachers, he worked hard and made his way into high school -- and today, he's a sophomore at Bard College, studying American Literature.

There are a lot of kids like Troy out there -- kids with all the potential in the world -- but far too many of them are slipping through the cracks. They're not making their way to college -- maybe because their parents never went, or because they've never been encouraged to believe they could succeed there.

It's on all of us to help change that.

That's why today, Barack and I hosted college and university presidents, business leaders, philanthropists, and representatives from organizations around the country who are helping more of our kids see their potential and pursue their education. They're helping them navigate the financial aid and college admissions process. They're working with them to find schools that match their ability and interests. And they've made real, concrete commitments to help make college a reality for more kids.

And here's the thing: You don't have to be a university president or an executive to do that. There is something that each and every one of us can do in our communities to help make sure our kids realize their potential and make their way into higher education. That could mean having a conversation with a young neighbor or a relative, serving as a mentor, or volunteering at a local high school to help students fill out their college applications.

So I'm asking you today to make a commitment of your own -- and learn more about the commitments that universities and organizations from around the country are making, too.

I'm passionate about helping our young people because I see my story in theirs.

Neither of my parents graduated from college, but they always encouraged me to pursue my education and told me that college was possible. And I know that there are so many kids out there just like me: kids who have a world of potential but need some encouragement and support to make it through college.

That's why I was so inspired by some of the commitments I learned about today.

Universities are taking steps like helping underserved students with financial literacy, or finding innovative ways for academic advisors to better support students who could use a helping hand. And many colleges are working with organizations like the Posse Foundation to give kids the social and academic support they'll need to graduate.

These kinds of programs aren't just good for these young people. They're good for all of us. Because after everything these kids will have overcome to get to college -- and get through college -- they'll have all the skills they need to thrive in our businesses, and law firms, and labs. And that's not just good for them and their families, it's good for their communities and our country. That's why Barack is working every single day to expand opportunities to every single young person in America. And that's why we're working to rally the country around his "North Star" goal – that by 2020, America will once again have the highest proportion of college graduates in the world.

Reaching that goal begins with each of us doing our part as parents, students, educators, and citizens.

We can all help a young person realize his or her potential, so I hope you'll learn more about the commitments that organizations and schools around the country are making -- and then make a commitment of your own:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/share/college-opportunity

Thanks in advance for everything you will do on behalf of America's young people.

First Lady Michelle Obama


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News from CPSC: 2 Recalls Announced Today

 

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1. Philips Selecon Recalls Four- and Eight-Leaf Barndoors for Rama Luminaire Stage Lights Due to Impact Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Philips-Selecon-Recalls-Four-and-Eight-Leaf-Barndoors-for-Rama-Luminaire-Stage-Lights/

2. RSI Recalls Bathroom Medicine Cabinets Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at The Home Depot http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/RSI-Recalls-Bathroom-Medicine-Cabinets/

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1. Recall Date: January 16, 2014

Recall Number: 14-081

Philips Selecon Recalls Four- and Eight-Leaf Barndoors for Rama Luminaire Stage Lights Due to Impact Hazard

 

WASHINGTON, D.C.--Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

 

Recall Summary

 

Name of Products: Stage Light Barndoors

 

Hazard: The heat of the stage lights can make the barndoors detach from the light and fall, posing an impact injury hazard to individuals below it.

 

Remedy: Repair

 

Consumer Contact:  Consumers should contact Philips Selecon at (800) 478-7263, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, at email entertainment.service@philips.com, or online at www.seleconlight.com and click on Barn Door Update for more information.

 

Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Philips-Selecon-Recalls-Four-and-Eight-Leaf-Barndoors-for-Rama-Luminaire-Stage-Lights/

 

Recall Details

 

Units: About 5,500

 

Description: This recall involves 6-inch barndoors with four and eight leaves. The recalled barndoors are used on Rama Fresnel and Rama PC stage lights. The barndoors are made of hinged, rectangular, black metal flaps/leaves attached to a moveable, round, plastic collar. The collar is six inches in diameter. Four-leaf barndoors are part number 20BDSF12 and eight-leaf barndoors are part number 20BDSF128.  The part numbers are only on the invoice for the product.

 

Incidents/Injuries: Philips Selecon has received three reports of barndoors used outside the United States detaching. No injuries were reported. No incidents or injuries have been reported in the U.S.

 

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled barndoors and contact Philips Selecon for a free safety cable and installation instructions.

 

Sold at: Theatrical, electrical and lighting supply dealers nationwide from January 2003 to January 2013 for between $75 and $105.

 

Importer: Philips Entertainment/Philips Selecon, of Dallas

 

Manufacturer: Strand Selecon Lighting, a division of Philips Lighting New Zealand, of Auckland, New Zealand

 

Manufactured in: New Zealand

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2. Recall Date: January 16, 2014

Recall Number: 14-082

RSI Recalls Bathroom Medicine Cabinets Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at The Home Depot

 

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

 

Recall Summary

 

Name of Product: Bathroom medicine cabinets

 

Hazard: The mirror or its back panel can separate and fall out, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

 

Remedy: Refund

 

Consumer Contact: RSI toll-free at (888) 774-8062 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.homedepot.com  and click on Product Recalls or e-mail RSIMedCab@rsihomeproducts.com for more information.

 

Photos available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/RSI-Recalls-Bathroom-Medicine-Cabinets/

 

Recall Details

 

Units: About 14,000

 

Description: This recall involves four models of Glacier Bay®-branded bathroom medicine cabinets, manufactured between July 15, 2013 and October 10, 2013. They have a mirrored door, two adjustable and two fixed interior shelves. Some models have exterior display side shelves. They were sold in 21, 23 and 30-inch widths and in three finishes: cognac, java and white. ”VOC” and the manufacture date are stamped on the exterior of the cabinet’s back panel. The models below are included in this recall. The model and SKU number appear on the product’s box.

               

Model

SKU Number

Product Description

S2327OS-ACO

1000004766

23" Swing Med Cab Open Side Cognac

S3027OS-ACO

1000004797

30” Swing Med Cab Open Sides Cognac

S2127C-JAV

1000004819

21” Curved Swing Med Cab Java

S2127C-WHT

1000004822

21” Curved Swing Med Cab White

 

Incidents/Injuries: RSI has received two reports of the cabinet’s mirror or back panel detaching and falling out. No injuries have been reported.       

 

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and uninstall the recalled bathroom medicine cabinet; and return it to The Home Depot for a full refund.

 

Sold exclusively at: The Home Depot stores nationwide from August 2013 through October 2013 for between $70 and $90.

 

Manufacturer: RSI Home Products, of Anaheim, Calif.

 

Manufactured in: United States

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