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Tiffany: What $2,000 Means to My Family

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Tiffany, who lives in Northern Virginia with her husband, son and parents, talks about what paying $2,000 more in taxes next year would mean to her family. Tell us your story at http://www.whitehouse.gov/My2k

President Obama Lights the National Christmas Tree

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President Obama speaks before the lighting of the National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse. December 6, 2012.

12/11/2012: White House Press Briefing

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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney, 12/11/2012

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room

1:50 P.M. EST

MR. CARNEY:  No announcements to make at the top, so I will go straight to your questions.  Mr. Henry is a bit disappointed that I have not a single announcement.

Vice President Biden Talks #My2k Over Lunch

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On Friday afternoon, seven middle-class Americans with a personal stake in Washington's "fiscal cliff" debate sat down with the Vice President at the Metro 29 Diner in Arlington, Virginia. Should Congress fail to extend tax cuts for middle-class families by the end of this year, a typical American household's taxes would go up by over $2,000.

Meeting of the President's Export Council

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The President's Export Council convenes to review and adopt a report on its activities during President Obama's first term, take stock of the progress that has been made to implement the PEC's previous recommendations, and highlight areas where additional action is needed. December 6, 2012.

12/5/2012: White House Press Briefing

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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney and NEC Prinicipal Deputy Director Jason Furman, 12/5/2012

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room
 
12:43 P.M. EST
 
MR. CARNEY:  Thanks for being here.  Good afternoon.

President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology Agriculture Report Release

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The President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology presents findings and recommendations from its report on agricultural preparedness and the agriculture enterprise. Speakers include Assistant to the President for Science and Technology, Dr. John P. Holdren, Deputy Secretary for Agriculture, Kathleen Merrigan, Undersecretary for Research, Education, and Economics, Dr.

"Stand Up For Us" - Susan, New York

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MoveOn member Susan has a message for Senator Chuck Schumer of New York: Stand up for people like me, and don't agree to cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security. Call Senator Schumer today at (212) 486-4430 and tell him to stand strong.

"Stand Up For Us" - Miriam, Louisiana

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MoveOn member Miriam has a message for Senator Mary Landrieu of Louisiana: Stand up for people like me, and don't agree to cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security. Call Senator Landrieu today at (337) 436-6650 and tell her to stand strong.