U.S. Government
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 - 00:00
Today marks one year since the death of Orlando Zapata Tamayo, a Cuban political prisoner who died following an eleven-week hunger strike calling for the release of his fellow political prisoners in Cuba.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 - 00:00
President Obama spoke with President Felipe Calderon Hinojosa this evening and thanked him for Mexican efforts to bring to justice the murderers of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Special Agent Jaime Zapata.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 - 00:00
This will be President Obama's first presidential visit to South America.
Friday, February 18, 2011 - 00:00
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I'm proud to recognize the women of the hemisphere whose challenges and triumphs we honor with today's celebration.
Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 00:00
Mr. Chairman, I am pleased to tell you that this administration is deeply engaged in the Americas.
Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 00:00
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of St. Lucia as you commemorate your 33rd anniversary of independence this February 22.
Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 00:00
U.S. law enforcement agencies are working closely with Mexican authorities.
Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 00:00
What is the U.S. reaction to the hunger strike of Venezuelan students and their demand for action by the OAS on the state of democracy in Venezuela?
Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 00:00
The U.S. government approached all elements of the program with a clear commitment to respect applicable Argentine law, in accordance with the procedures and precedent established through bilateral diplomatic dialogue.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 - 00:00
Clearly, this was a horrible act, and we express our deepest sympathy to the families and colleagues of these agents. We are cooperating fully with Mexican authorities in investigating this.