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奥巴马总统在东京发表演讲（全文）32009年11月13日，美国总统奥巴马在日本东京(Tokyo, Japan)发表演讲，以下是演讲的中文译文，由美国国务院国际信息局(IIP)根据白宫提供的记录稿翻译。

__________________________白宫新闻秘书办公室即时发布2009年11月14日巴拉克·奥巴马总统在日本发表演讲日本东京 三得利音乐厅（Suntory Hall）2009年11月14日日本标准时间上午10:12 奥巴马总统：十分感谢。

Arigatou（谢谢）。

多谢大家。

（掌声）早上好。

十分荣幸来到东京，我作为美国总统首次亚洲之行的第一站。

（掌声）谢谢。

来到你们这么多人中间感到十分高兴，这里有日本人，我还看见一些美国人。

（掌声）大家每天都在为增强我们两国间的关系而工作，包括我的老朋友和新任驻日大使约翰∙鲁斯（John Roos）。

（掌声） 再次来到日本真令人高兴。

我小时候，母亲带我来过镰仓（Kamakura），在那里，我抬头望见历史悠久的和平与安宁的象征——巨大的青铜阿弥陀佛（Amida Buddha）。

作为一个孩子，抹茶冰淇淋（macha ice cream）对我更有吸引力。

（笑声）我要感谢鸠山（Hatoyama）首相，昨天的晚宴上有更多的冰淇淋，与我一起分享了过去的一些回忆。

（笑声和掌声）多谢大家。

但我从未忘记日本人民对一个远离家乡的美国孩子所表现的热情好客。

 在此次访问期间，我感受到了同样的热情。

因为鸠山首相给予了殷勤的接待。

我还有幸在天皇即位20周年之际会见天皇和皇后陛下。

日本人民也展示了热情好客的风貌。

当然，我来到这里不可能不向日本小滨市（Obama）市民表示我的问候和感激之情。

（掌声） 我的亚洲之行从这里开始，理由很简单。

我自就职以来，努力恢复美国的主导地位，在共同利益和相互尊重的基础上寻求与世界交往的新时代。

而我们在亚太地区的努力在很大程度上将植根于美日之间历久弥新的同盟关系。

2012年奥巴马和共和党罗姆尼总统竞选演讲视频和双语文本

2012年民主党奥巴马和共和党罗姆尼总统竞选演讲视频和双语文本奥巴马总统竞选演讲视频和双语文本Four years ago as I had the privilege to travel all across the country and meet Americans from all walks of life. I decided nobody else should have to endure the heartbreak of a broken health care system. No one in the wealthiest nation on earth should go because they get sick. Nobody should have to tell their daughters or sons the decisions they can and cannot make for themselves are constrained because of some politicians in Washington. 四年前我有幸周游了全国，遇到了各行各业的人们。

我下定了决心不让任何人由于医疗保健系统的不健全而心碎，不让这个世界上最富有的的国家的任何人因为疾病而穷困潦倒。

不让任何人需要告诉自己的子女，他们能做什么，不能做什么，会由华盛顿的某些政客而左右。

And thanks to you, we’ve made a difference in people’s lives. Thanks to you. There are folks that I meet today who have gotten care and their cancer’s been caught. And they’ve got treatment. And they are living full lives and it happened because of you.感谢你们，人们的生活才有了更多不同。

奥巴马在仰光大学的演讲英文Remarks by President Obama at the University of Yangon

Remarks by President Obama at the University of Y angonRangoon, BurmaNovember 19, 2012PRESIDENT OBAMA: Thank you. (Applause.) Myanmar Naingan, Mingalaba! (Laughter and applause.) I am very honored to be here at this university and to be the first President of the United States of America to visit your country.I came here because of the importance of your country. Y ou live at the crossroads of East and South Asia. Y ou border the most populated nations on the planet. Y ou have a history that reaches back thousands of years, and the ability to help determine the destiny of the fastest growing region of the world.I came here because of the beauty and diversity of your country. I have seen just earlier today the golden stupa of Shwedagon, and have been moved by the timeless idea of metta -- the belief that our time on this Earth can be defined by tolerance and by love. And I know this land reaches from the crowded neighborhoods of this old city to the homes of more than 60,000 villages; from the peaks of the Himalayas, the forests of Karen State, to the banks of the Irrawady River.I came here because of my respect for this university. It was here at this school where opposition to colonial rule first took hold. It was here that Aung San edited a magazine before leading an independence movement. It was here that U Thant learned the ways of the world before guiding it at the United Nations. Here, scholarship thrived during the last century and students demanded their basic human rights. Now, your Parliament has at last passed a resolution to revitalize this university and it must reclaim its greatness, because the future of this country will be determined by the education of its youth.I came here because of the history between our two countries. A century ago, American traders, merchants and missionaries came here to build bonds of faith and commerce and friendship. And from within these borders in World War II, our pilots flew into China and many of our troops gave their lives. Both of our nations emerged from the British Empire, and the United States was among the first countries to recognize an independent Union of Burma. We were proud to found an American Center in Rangoon and to build exchanges with schools like this one. And through decades of differences, Americans have been united in their affection for this country and its people.Above all, I came here because of America’s belief in human dignity. Over the last several decades, our two countries became strangers. But today, I can tell you that we always remained hopeful about the people of this country, about you. Y ou gave us hope and we bore witness to your courage.We saw the activists dressed in white visit the families of political prisoners on Sundays and monks dressed in saffron protesting peacefully in the streets. We learned of ordinary people who organized relief teams to respond to a cyclone, and heard the voices of students and the beats of hip-hop artists projecting the sound of freedom. We came to know exiles and refugees who never lost touch with their families or their ancestral home. And we were inspired by the fierce dignity of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, as she proved that no human being can truly be imprisoned if hope burns in your heart.When I took office as President, I sent a message to those governments who ruled by fear. I said, in my inauguration address, “We will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist.” And over the last year and a half, a dramatic transition has begun, as a dictatorship of five decades has loosened its grip. Under President Thein Sein, the desire for change has been met by an agenda for reform. A civilian now leads the government, and a parliament is asserting itself. The once-outlawed National League for Democracy stood in an election, and Aung San Suu Kyi is a Member of Parliament. Hundreds of prisoners of conscience have been released, and forced labor has been banned. Preliminary cease-fires have been reached with ethnic armies, and new laws allow for a more open economy.So today, I’ve come to keep my promise and extend the hand of friendship. America now has an Ambassador in Rangoon, sanctions have been eased, and we will help rebuild an economy that can offer opportunity for its people, and serve as an engine of growth for the world. But this remarkable journey has just begun, and has much further to go. Reforms launched from the top of society must meet the aspirations of citizens who form its foundation. The flickers of progress that we have seen must not be extinguished -- they must be strengthened; they must become a shining North Star for all this nation’s people.And your success in that effort is important to the United States, as well as to me. Even though we come from different places, we share common dreams: to choose our leaders; to live together in peace; to get an education and make a good living; to love our families and our communities. That’s why freedom is not an abstract idea; freedom is the very thing that makes human progress possible -- not just at the ballot box, but in our daily lives.One of our greatest Presidents in the United States, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, understood this truth. He defined America’s cause as more than the right to cast a ballot. He understood democracy was not just voting. He called upon the world to embrace four fundamental freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. These four freedoms reinforce one another, and you cannot fully realize one without realizing them all.So that’s the future that we seek for ourselves, and for all people. And that is what I want to speak to you about today.First, we believe in the right of free expression so that the voices of ordinary people can be heard, and governments reflect their will -- the people’s will.In the United States, for more than two centuries, we have worked to keep this promise for all of our citizens -- to win freedom for those who were enslaved; to extend the right to vote for women and African Americans; to protect the rights of workers to organize.And we recognize no two nations achieve these rights in exactly the same way, but there is no question that your country will be stronger if it draws on the strength of all of its people. That’s what allows nations to succeed. That’s what reform has begun to do.Instead of being repressed, the right of people to assemble together must now be fully respected. Instead of being stifled, the veil of media censorship must continue to be lifted. And as you take these steps, you can draw on your progress. Instead of being ignored, citizens who protested the construction of the Myitsone dam were heard. Instead of being outlawed, political parties have been allowed to participate. Y ou can see progress being made. As one voter said during the parliamentary elections here, “Our parents and grandparents waited for this, but never saw it.” And now you can see it. Y ou can taste freedom.And to protect the freedom of all the voters, those in power must accept constraints. That’s what our American system is designed to do. Now, America may have the strongest military in the world, but it must submit to civilian control. I, as the President of the United States, make determinations that the military then carries out, not the other way around. As President and Commander-In-Chief, I have that responsibility because I’m accountable to the people.Now, on other hand, as President, I cannot just impose my will on Congress -- the Congress of the United States -- even though sometimes I wish I could. The legislative branch has its own powers and its own prerogatives, and so they check my power and balance my power. I appoint some of our judges, but I cannot tell them how to rule, because every person in America -- from a child living in poverty to me, the President of the United States -- is equal under the law. And a judge can make a determination as to whether or not I am upholding the law or breaking the law. And I am fully accountable to that law.And I describe our system in the United States because that’s how you must reach for the future that you deserve -- a future where a single prisoner of conscience is one too many. Y ou need to reach for a future where the law is stronger than any single leader, because it’s accountable to the people. Y ou need to reach for a future where no child is made to be a soldier and no woman is exploited, and where the laws protect them even if they’re vulnerable, even if they’re weak; a future where national security is strengthened by a military that serves under civilians and a Constitution that guarantees that only those who are elected by the people may govern.On that journey, America will support you every step of the way -- by using our assistance to empower civil society; by engaging your military to promote professionalism and human rights; and by partnering with you as you connect your progress towards democracy with economic development. So advancing that journey will help you pursue a second freedom -- the belief that all people should be free from want.It’s not enough to trade a prison of powerlessness for the pain of an empty stomach. But history shows that governments of the people and by the people and for the people are far more powerful in delivering prosperity. And that’s the partnership we seek with you.When ordinary people have a say in their own future, then your land can’t just be taken away from you. And that’s why reforms must ensure that the people of this nation can have that most fundamental of possessions -- the right to own the title to the land on which you live and on which you work.When your talents are unleashed, then opportunity will be created for all people. America is lifting our ban on companies doing business here, and your government has lifted restrictions on investment and taken steps to open up your economy. And now, as more wealth flows into your borders, we hope and expect that it will lift up more people. It can’t just help folks at the top. It has to help everybody. And that kind of economic growth, where everybody has opportunity -- if you work hard, you can succeed -- that’s what gets a nation moving rapidly when it comes to develop.But that kind of growth can only be created if corruption is left behind. For investment to lead to opportunity, reform must promote budgets that are transparent and industry that is privately owned.To lead by example, America now insists that our companies meet high standards of openness and transparency if they’re doing business here. And we’ll work with organizations like the World Bank to support small businesses and to promote an economy that allows entrepreneurs, small businesspeople to thrive and allows workers to keep what they earn. And I very much welcome your government’s recent decision to join what we’ve called our Open Government Partnership, so that citizens can come to expect accountability and learn exactly how monies are spent and how your system of government operates.Above all, when your voices are heard in government, it’s far more likely that your basic needs will be met. And that’s why reform must reach the daily lives of those who are hungry and those who are ill, and those who live without electricity or water. And here, too, America will do our part in working with you.Today, I was proud to reestablish our USAID mission in this country, which is our lead development agency. And the United States wants to be a partner in helping this country, which used to be the rice bowl of Asia, to reestablish its capacity to feed its people and to care for its sick, and educate its children, and build its democratic institutions as you continue down the path of reform.This country is famous for its natural resources, and they must be protected against exploitation. And let us remember that in a global economy, a country’s greatest resource is its people. So by investing in you, this nation can open the door for far more prosperity -- because unlocking a nation’s potential depends on empowering all its people, especially its young people.Just as education is the key to America’s future, it is going to the be the key to your future as well. And so we look forward to working with you, as we have with many of your neighbors, to extend that opportunity and to deepen exchanges among our students. We want students from this country to travel to the United States and learn from us, and we want U.S. students to come here and learn from you.And this truth leads me to the third freedom that I want to discuss: the freedom to worship -- the freedom to worship as you please, and your right to basic human dignity.This country, like my own country, is blessed with diversity. Not everybody looks the same. Not everybody comes from the same region. Not everybody worships in the same way. In your cities and towns, there are pagodas and temples, and mosques and churches standing side by side. Well over a hundred ethnic groups have been a part of your story. Y et within these borders, we’ve seen some of the world’s longest running insurgencies, which have cost countless lives, and torn families and communities apart, and stood in the way of development.No process of reform will succeed without national reconciliation. (Applause.) Y ou now have a moment of remarkable opportunity to transform cease-fires into lasting settlements, and to pursue peace where conflicts still linger, including in Kachin State. Those efforts must lead to a more just and lasting peace, including humanitarian access to those in need, and a chance for the displaced to return home.Today, we look at the recent violence in Rakhine State that has caused so much suffering, and we see the danger of continued tensions there. For too long, the people of this state, including ethnic Rakhine, have faced crushing poverty and persecution. But there is no excuse for violence against innocent people. And the Rohingya hold themselves -- hold within themselves the same dignity as you do, and I do.National reconciliation will take time, but for the sake of our common humanity, and for the sake of this country’s future, it is necessary to stop incitement and to stop violence. And I welcome the government’s commitment to address the issues of injustice and accountability, and humanitarian access and citizenship. That’s a vision that the world will support as you move forward.Every nation struggles to define citizenship. America has had great debates about these issues, and those debates continue to this day, because we’re a nation of immigrants -- people coming from every different part of the world. But what we’ve learned in the United States is that there are certain principles that are universal, apply to everybody no matter what you look like, no matter where you come from, no matter what religion you practice. The right of people to live without the threat that their families may be harmed or their homes may be burned simply because of who they are or where they come from.Only the people of this country ultimately can define your union, can define what it means tobe a citizen of this country. But I have confidence that as you do that you can draw on this diversity as a strength and not a weakness. Y our country will be stronger because of many different cultures, but you have to seize that opportunity. Y ou have to recognize that strength.I say this because my own country and my own life have taught me the power of diversity. The United States of America is a nation of Christians and Jews, and Muslims and Buddhists, and Hindus and non-believers. Our story is shaped by every language; it’s enriched by every culture. We have people from every corners of the world. We’ve tasted the bitterness of civil war and segregation, but our history shows us that hatred in the human heart can recede; that the lines between races and tribes fade away. And what’s left is a simple truth: e pluribus unum -- that’s what we say in America. Out of many, we are one nation and we are one people. And that truth has, time and again, made our union stronger. It has made our country stronger. It’s part of what has made America great.We amended our Constitution to extend the democratic principles that we hold dear. And I stand before you today as President of the most powerful nation on Earth, but recognizing that once the color of my skin would have denied me the right to vote. And so that should give you some sense that if our country can transcend its differences, then yours can, too. Every human being within these borders is a part of your nation’s story, and you should embrace that. That’s not a source of weakness, that’s a source of strength -- if you recognize it.And that brings me to the final freedom that I will discuss today, and that is the right of all people to live free from fear.In many ways, fear is the force that stands between human beings and their dreams. Fear of conflict and the weapons of war. Fear of a future that is different from the past. Fear of changes that are reordering our societies and economy. Fear of people who look different, or come from a different place, or worship in a different way. In some of her darkest moments, when Aung San Suu Kyi was imprisoned, she wrote an essay about freedom from fear. She said fear of losing corrupts those who wield it -- “Fear of losin g power corrupts those who wield it, and fear of the scourge of power corrupts those who are subject to it.”That’s the fear that you can leave behind. We see that chance in leaders who are beginning to understand that power comes from appealing to people’s hopes, not people’s fears. We see it in citizens who insist that this time must be different, that this time change will come and will continue. As Aung San Suu Kyi wrote: “Fear is not the natural state of civilized man.” I believe that. And today, you are showing the world that fear does not have to be the natural state of life in this country.That’s why I am here. That’s why I came to Rangoon. And that’s why what happens here is so important -- not only to this region, but to the world. Because you’re taking a journey that has the potential to inspire so many people. This is a test of whether a country can transition to a better place.The United States of America is a Pacific nation, and we see our future as bound to those nations and peoples to our West. And as our economy recovers, this is where we believe we will find enormous growth. As we have ended the wars that have dominated our foreign policy for a decade, this region will be a focus for our efforts to build a prosperous peace.Here in Southeast Asia, we see the potential for integration among nations and people. And as President, I have embraced ASEAN for reasons that go beyond the fact that I spent some of my childhood in this region, in Indonesia. Because with ASEAN, we see nations that are on the move -- nations that are growing, and democracies that are emerging; governments that are cooperating; progress that’s building on the diversity that spans oceans and islands and jungles and cities, peoples of every race and every religion. This is what the 21st century should look like if we have the courage to put aside our differences and move forward with a sense of mutual interest and mutual respect.And here in Rangoon, I want to send a message across Asia: We don’t need to be defined by the prisons of the past. We need to look forward to the future. To the leadership of North Korea, I have offered a choice: let go of your nuclear weapons and choose the path of peace and progress. If you do, you will find an extended hand from the United States of America.In 2012, we don’t need to cling to the divisions of East, West and North and South. We welcome the peaceful rise of China, your neighbor to the North; and India, your neighbor to the West. The United Nations -- the United States will work with any nation, large or small, that will contribute to a world that is more peaceful and more prosperous, and more just and more free. And the United States will be a friend to any nation that respects the rights of its citizens and the responsibilities of international law.That’s the nation, that’s the world that you can start to build here in this historic city. This nation that’s been so isolated can show the world the power of a new beginning, and demonstrate once again that the journey to democracy goes hand in hand with development. I say this knowing that there are still countless people in this country who do not enjoy the opportunities that many of you seated here do. There are tens of millions who have no electricity. There are prisoners of conscience who still await release. There are refugees and displaced peoples in camps where hope is still something that lies on the distant horizon.Today, I say to you -- and I say to everybody that can hear my voice -- that the United States of America is with you, including those who have been forgotten, those who are dispossessed, those who are ostracized, those who are poor. We carry your story in our heads and your hopes in our hearts, because in this 21st century with the spread of technology and the breaking down of barriers, the frontlines of freedom are within nations and individuals, not simply between them.As one former prisoner put it in speaking to his fellow citizens, “Politics is your job. It’s not only for [the] politicians.” And we have an expression in the United States that the most important office in a democracy is the office of citizen -- not President, not Speaker, but citizen. (Applause.)So as extraordinary and difficult and challenging and sometimes frustrating as this journey may seem, in the end, you, the citizens of this country, are the ones who must define what freedom means. Y ou’re the ones who are going to have to seize freedom, because a true revolution of the spirit begins in each of our hearts. It requires the kind of courage that so many of your leaders have already displayed.The road ahead will be marked by huge challenges, and there will be those who resist the forces of change. But I stand here with confidence that something is happening in this country that cannot be reversed, and the will of the people can lift up this nation and set a great example for the world. And you will have in the United States of America a partner on that long journey. So, cezu tin bad de. (Applause.)Thank you. (Applause.)。

美国总统奥巴马英语简介

美国总统奥巴马英语简介BASIC INFORMATION:Barack Hussein Obama II (/bəˈrɑːk huːˈseɪn oʊˈbɑːmə/ (About this soundlisten); born August 4, 1961) is an American politician. He was the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017. He was the first African-American to hold the office. Before becoming president, he was a Senator from Illinois and served from 2005 to2008. He is a Democrat.PLACE OF BIRTH:Obama was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. He married Michelle Robinson in 1992. They havetwo daughters.OVERVIEW OF PRESIDENCY: Obama was inaugurated in January 2009. As president, he slowly ended US participation in the Iraq War, having prepared the country todefend itself. The Al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama Bin Laden was killed while Obama was in office. Also, he contributed to the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi in Libya. Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act(often called "Obamacare") which changed many health care laws. He also enacted many acts to create public works jobs to help theeconomy. He became the first president toopenly express support for gay marriage, proposed gun control as a result of the SandyHook school shooting.REELECTION:He was reelected in 2012. During his second term, the government shut down. He was able to open diplomatic relations with Cuba. In 2015, the United States joined the Paris Climate Agreement. He attempted to nominate Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court, but wasunsuccessful in doing so.POST-PRESIDENCY:Obama left office in January 2017 and was succeeded by Republican Donald Trump. He now lives in Washington, D.C. He is ranked high in presidential opinion polls.[2]44th President of the United StatesIN OFFICE FROM:January 20, 2009 – January 20, 2017VICE PRESIDENT:Joe BidenPRECEDED BY:George W. BushSUCCEEDED BY:Donald TrumpPERSONAL DETAILS:BIRTH INFORMATION:Barack Hussein Obama IIAugust 4, 1961 (age 59)Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.POLITICAL PARTY:DemocraticSPOUSE:Michelle Robinson (married in 1992)NUMBER OF CHILDREN:2EDUCATION:Punahou SchoolAlma materColumbia University (BA)Harvard University (JD)NOTABLE AWARDS RECEIVED: Nobel Peace Prize (2009) Profile in Courage Award (2017)。

英文president是什么意思

英文president是什么意思英文president是什么意思有人觉得英文president是很难理解的，其实主要还是因为不知道它的中文意思。

下文是店铺为大家准备了英语单词president实际的中文意思，希望能对大家有所帮助!president的汉语意思英 [prezdnt] 美 [przdnt,-dnt]第三人称复数：presidents基本解释名词总统; 总裁; 校长; 董事长相关例句名词1. The president of France visited our country last week.上星期法国总统访问了我国。

2. Many American Presidents served in Congress before they became President.美国的许多总统在当选为总统前都在国会中当过议员。

短语搭配vice president 副总统；副主席former president 前任总统senior vice president 高级副总裁executive vice president 执行副总裁honorary president 名誉会长，名誉主席acting president 代总统；代理校长；代理总裁president elect 当选总统（尚未就职的）deputy president 副行长；副校长assistant president 总裁助理president office 校长办公室president的单语例句1. State television said President Pervez Musharraf had ordered the provincial government in Karachi to take immediate steps to restore order and act against those responsible.2. " The state organs are positioned to act against anybody who tries to disrupt the process, " President Thabo Mbeki said on Tuesday.3. It was the first time since 1990 that a US president has formally blocked a business transaction or required a sale on such grounds.4. Obama's order marked the first time since 1990 that a US president has formally blocked a business transaction on security grounds.5. The president said there was a trend that " software is becoming the most important thing " in the telecoms network business.6. Writer and businesswoman Susan T aylor was honored with the President's Award.7. Deputy President Fong Chee Fun will act as substitute for the president.8. Though the document itself would not necessarily represent the stance of the Obama administration, it will act as guidance for the president to formulate his intelligence strategy.president的双语例句1. The new president also said he would use trade agreements to spread good labour and environmental standards around the world.新的总统还指出他将使用贸易协定在全球来推广好的劳工和环境标准。

奥巴马演讲9.3

WASHINGTON –In this week’s address, President Obama called on Congress to do what it has done seven times over the past two years and pass a clean extension of the transportation bill. Failure of Congress to act would be disastrous for the economy, costing nearly one million workers their jobs over the next year and almost $1 billion in highway funding after the first ten days alone.Prepared Remarks of PresidentBarack ObamaWeekly AddressSaturday, September 3 , 2011At the end of September, if Congress doesn’t act, funding for our roads and bridges will expire. This would put a stop to highway construction, bridge repair, mass transit systems and other important projects that keep our country moving quickly and safely. And it would affect thousands of construction workers and their families who depend on the jobs created by these projects to make ends meet.Usually, renewing this transportation bill is a no-brainer. In fact, Congress has renewed it seven times over the last two years. But thanks to political posturing in Washington, they haven’t been able to extend it this time – and the clock is running out.Allowing this bill to expire would be a disaster for our infrastructure and our economy. Right away, over 4,000 workers would be furloughed without pay. If it’s delayed for just 10 days, we will lose nearly $1 billion in highway funding that we can never get back. And if we wait even longer, almost 1 million workers could be in danger of losing their jobs over the next year.These are serious consequences, and the pain will be felt all across the country. In Virginia, 19,000 jobs are at risk. In Minnesota, more than 12,000. And in Florida, over 35,000 people could be out of work if Congress doesn’t act.That makes no sense –and it’s completely avoidable. There’s no reason to put more jobs at risk in an industry that has been one of the hardest-hit in this recession. There’s no reason to cut off funding for transportation projects at a time when so many of our roads are congested; so many of our bridges are in need of repair; and so many businesses are feeling the cost of delays.This isn’t a Democratic or a Republican issue –it’s an American issue. That’s why, last week, I was joined at the White House by representatives from the AFL-CIO and the Chamber of Commerce –two groups who don’t always see eye-to-eye, but who agree that it’s critically important for our economy that Congress act now.That’s also why 128 mayors from both partie s wrote to Congress asking them to come together and pass a clean extension. These are the local leaders who are on the ground every day, and who know what would happen to their communities if Congress fails to act.So I’m calling on Congress, as soon as they come back, to pass a clean extension of the transportation bill to keep workers on the job, keep critical projects moving forward, and to give folks a sense of security.There’s a lot of talk in Washington these days about creating jobs. But it doesn’t help when those same folks turn around and risk losing hundreds of thousands of jobs just because of political gamesmanship. We need to pass this transportation bill and put people to work rebuilding America. We need to put our differences aside and do the right thing for our economy. And now is the time to act./html/radio/VOA/presidentspeech/2011/0905/38136.html。

address演讲的用法

address演讲的用法在演讲中，"address"作为动词以及名词使用，具有以下用法：作为动词：指的是向某个人、群体或问题提出观点、对策或解决方案，提供相关信息或处理特定议题。

例句：1. The president addressed the nation on the issue of climate change. (总统就气候变化问题向全国发表演讲)2. The speaker will address the challenges faced by small businesses. (发言人将对小型企业面临的挑战发表演讲)3. The professor addressed the concerns of her students about the upcoming exams. (教授回应了学生们对即将到来的考试的担忧)作为名词：指的是演讲的地点、位置或特定的目标听众。

例句：1. The address of the conference venue is 123 Main Street. (会议场地的地址是：123 Main街)2. The president delivered his address to a crowd of thousands. (总统向成千上万人发表了演讲)3. The keynote address will be given by a renowned expert in the field. (主旨演讲将由该领域的知名专家进行)适当拓展：除了上述基本用法外，"address"还可以有其他相关的用法和短语搭配，如：1. Email address:用于指代电子邮件的地址。

2. Postal address:用于指代邮寄信件的邮寄地址。

3. Forward address:用于指代将邮件或信件转寄到新地址的地址。

奥巴马卸任告别演说词中英全文

奥巴马卸任告别演说词中英全文奥巴马总统将在告别国家演讲中展现出积极的态度，呼吁美国人民作为公民一同努力，而奥巴马卸任的全文内容是怎么样的呢?有没有奥巴马告别演说的中英对照全文的?下面是店铺精心为你们整理的关于奥巴马卸任演讲原文的相关内容，希望你们会喜欢!奥巴马卸任演讲原文奥巴马告别演说词中英全文WASHINGTON — President Obama will strike an optimistic tone in his farewell address to the nation on Tuesday, calling on the American people to work together as citizens as he prepares to rejoin their ranks.华盛顿——下周二，奥巴马总统将在告别国家演讲中展现出积极的态度，呼吁美国人民作为公民一同努力，而他自己也将“告老还乡”成为他们中的一员。

"The running thread through my career has been the notion that when ordinary people get involved, get engaged, and come together in collective effort, things change for the better," Obama said in a Saturday radio address previewing the speech on Tuesday in Chicago.周六，奥巴马在广播演讲上预演了下周二在芝加哥的演讲：“贯穿我职业生涯的一直是这样一个理念，当普通人参与其中并集体努力时，一切会变得更好。

”"It’s easy to lose sight of that truth in the day-to-day back-and-forth of Washington and our minute-to-minute news cycles. But remember that America is a story told over a longer time horizon, in fits and starts, punctuated at times by hardship, but ultimately written by generations of citizens who’ve somehow worked together, without fanfare, to form a more perfect union."“在日夜交替的华盛顿和生生不息的新闻界，很容易忽视那一事实。

address做动词的用法

address做动词的用法在英语学习中，address 这个单词用作动词时，具有多种含义和用法。

下面我们就来详细探讨一下。

address 最常见的意思是“演说；演讲；向……说话”。

例如：“The president addressed the nation on television”（总统在电视上向全国发表了讲话。

）在这个句子中，address 表示总统通过电视这个媒介向全国民众发表演说。

再比如：“He addressed the audience with confidence”（他自信地向观众讲话。

）address 还可以表示“称呼；用特定的姓名或头衔称呼（某人）”。

比如：“We should address him as Doctor Smith”（我们应该称呼他为史密斯医生。

）“Please address me as Ms Brown”（请称呼我为布朗女士。

）这里的 address 强调了使用特定的称呼来指代某人。

“处理；解决；对付”也是 address 常见的用法之一。

“The government is trying to address th e problem of unemployment”（政府正在努力解决失业问题。

）在这个句子中，address 表示政府正在采取措施应对失业这一难题。

再看这个例子：“We need to address these issues as soon as possible”（我们需要尽快处理这些问题。

）address 还有“寄（信、包裹等）；写上（收信人的）姓名和地址”的意思。

“Please address the letter to Mr Green”（请把这封信寄给格林先生。

）“The package was wrongly addressed”（这个包裹的地址写错了。

）此外，address 用作动词时，在计算机领域还有“编址；寻址”的意思。

奥巴马总统在联合国大会上的讲话

Remarks by President Obama in Address to the United NationGeneral AssemblyNew YorkSeptember 21, 2011 奥巴马总统在联合国大会上的讲话纽约市2011年9月21日Mr. President, Mr. Secretary General, fellow delegates, ladies and gentlemen:It is a great honor for me to be here today.I would like to talk to you about a subject that is at the heart of the United Nations -- the pursuit of peace in an imperfect world.War and conflict have been with us since the beginning of civilizations.But in the first part of the 20th century, the advance of modern weaponry led to death on a staggering scale.It was this killing that compelled the founders of this body to build an institution that was focused not just on ending one war, but on averting others; a union of sovereign states that would seek to prevent conflict, while also addressing its causes.One delegate to the San Francisco Conference that led to the creation of the United Nations put it well: “Many people,” she said, “have talked as if all that has to be done to get peace was to say loudly and frequently that we loved peace and we hated war.Now we have learned that no matter how much we love peace and hate war, we cannot avoid having war brought upon us if there are convulsions in other parts of the world.”主席先生、秘书长先生、各位代表、女士们、先生们：能够出席今天的会议，我感到十分荣幸。

奥巴马就职演说中英文

奥巴马就职演说中英文Ladies and gentlemen,Today, we gather here to witness a historic moment - the inauguration of the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama. As President Obama takes the oath of office, we embark on a new journey filled with hope, unity, and progress. In his inaugural address, President Obama delivered a powerful speech that resonated with people not only in America but also across the globe. Let us delve into his words and examine the key messages he conveyed to the world.President Obama's inaugural speech began with a reflection on the challenges and hardships that beset the nation. He acknowledged the economic crisis, social divides, and the need for change. By acknowledging the difficulties, he set the tone for his speech and emphasized the importance of a united approach to overcoming these obstacles.One of the central themes in President Obama's address was the idea of responsibility. He emphasized that responsibility is not solely the duty of the government or of a select few, but the responsibility of every citizen. He urged Americans to work together, stating, "What is required of us now is a new era of responsibility – a recognition, on the part of every American, that we have duties to ourselves, our nation, and the world."President Obama also stressed the need for unity and collaboration among nations. He recognized that the challenges faced by America were not unique, and that the solutions required global cooperation. He stated, "To all other peoples and governments who are watching today, from thegrandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman, and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity."Furthermore, President Obama's speech addressed the need for change in America's foreign policy. He expressed his vision for a new era of diplomacy, stating, "We will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist." This statement reflected his administration's commitment to engage with nations around the world, promoting dialogue and understanding.In addition to addressing the challenges facing America, President Obama also spoke about the opportunities that lie ahead. He inspired hope by outlining his vision of a prosperous and inclusive nation. He stated, "We will build the roads and bridges, the electric grids, and digital lines that feed our commerce and bind us together." President Obama emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure, technology, and education to ensure America's long-term success.President Obama's inaugural speech was a powerful blend of inspiration, hope, and responsibility. His words resonated with people from all walks of life, transcending borders and cultures. By emphasizing unity, responsibility, and the pursuit of a better future, President Obama set a path for positive change.As we reflect on President Obama's inaugural address, let us remember the significance of this moment in history. It serves as a reminder of the power of words and the potential for transformation that lies within everyindividual. Let us be inspired, take responsibility, and work towards a brighter future - not only for America, but for the world.In conclusion, President Obama's inauguration speech was a testament to his leadership, vision, and ability to inspire. His words continue to resonate with people around the world, reminding us of the power of unity, responsibility, and hope. As we move forward, let us carry these messages in our hearts and work towards a more inclusive, prosperous, and peaceful world.。

奥巴马总统就职演说—中英文对照

REMARKS OF PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA Inaugural Address奥巴马总统就职演说Jan 20, 2009My fellow citizens:我的同胞们：I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank President Bush for his service to our nation, as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition.我今天站在这里，以谦卑的心情面对着在我面前的使命，对于你们赋予我的信任心存感激，也不敢遗忘开国先贤们所作的牺牲。

我感谢布什总统为我们国家所作的服务、以及在政权交接过程中他所展示的大度及合作。

Forty-four Americans have now taken the presidential oath. The words have been spoken during rising tides of prosperity and the still waters of peace. Yet, every so often the oath is taken amidst gathering clouds and raging storms. At these moments, America has carried on not simply because of the skill or vision of those in high office, but because We the People have remained faithful to the ideals of our forbearers, and true to our founding documents.到现在已经有44位美国人进行了总统就职宣誓。

2013奥巴马连任就职演讲全文(中英文版)

President Obama's Second Inaugural Address奥巴马连任就职演讲全文Here is the full text of President Barack Obama's second inaugural address on Jan. 21, 2013, as prepared for delivery:2013年1月21日，美国总统奥巴马宣誓就职，开始第二任期。

以下是就职演讲全文。

Vice President Biden, Mr. Chief Justice, Members of the United States Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow citizens:副总统拜登、首席大法官先生、国会议员、各位嘉宾、公民们：Each time we gather to inaugurate a president, we bear witness to the enduring strength of our Constitution. We affirm the promise of our democracy. We recall that what binds this nation together is not the colors of our skin or the tenets of our faith or the origins of our names. What makes us exceptional what makes us American is our allegiance to an idea, articulated in a declaration made more than two centuries ago:每一次我们聚在一起见证总统就职，我们都在见证美国宪法的持久力量。

【美国总统演讲】为人民的福祉共同努力

【美国总统演讲】为人民的福祉共同努力美国总统每周电台演讲：华盛顿白宫奥巴马Weekly Address: Working Together on Behalf of theAmerican PeopleWASHINGTON, DC— In his weekly address, President Obamahighlighted the bipartisan b udget agreement that unwinds some of the cuts that were damaging tothe economy and keeps investments in areas that help us grow, and urged both parties to worktogether t o extend emergency unemployment insurance and act on new measures to create jobsan d strengthen the middle class.Remarks of President Barack ObamaWeekly AddressThe White HouseDecember 21, 2013Weekly AddressHi, everybody. This week, Congress finished up some important work before heading ho me forthe holidays.For the first time in years, both parties came together in the spirit of compromise to pass a budget– one that helps chart our economic course for the next two years. This budge t will unwind someof the damaging cuts that have threatened students and seniors and h eld back our businesses. Itclears the path for critical investments in the things that grow our economy and strengthen ourmiddle class, like education and research. And it will ke ep reducing our deficits – at a time whenwe’ve seen four years of the fastest deficit redu ction since the end of World War II.Members of Congress also voted to finally allow several dedicated and well-qualified publi c servantsto do their jobs for the American people – many of whom waited months for a simple yes-or-novote. These are judges, cabinet secretaries and military leaders. They’r e men and women chargedwith growing our economy, keeping our homeland secure, an d making sure our housing systemand financial system work for ordinary Americans.So after a year of showdowns and obstruction that only held back our economy, we’ve b een ableto break the logjam a bit over the last few weeks. It’s a hopeful sign that we ca n end the cycle ofshort-sighted, crisis-driven decision-making and actually work together to get things done.And that’s important. Because there’s plenty of work to do.Right now, because Congress failed to act before leaving on vacation, more than one mill ionAmericans are poised to lose a vital source of income just a few days after Christmas. For manypeople who are still looking for work, unemployment insurance is a lifeline that can make thedifference between temporary hardship or lasting catastrophe. Instead of punishing these familieswho can least afford it – especially now – Congress should first r estore that lifeline immediately,then put their entire focus on creating more good jobs th at pay good wages.That’s what I’ll be focused on next year, and every day I have the privilege of being your President. Growing the economy. Expanding opportunity. Building an America that offe rseveryone who works hard the chance to get ahead, and every child a fair shot at succe ss.And if Congress continues to act in the spirit of cooperation we’ve seen in recent weeks, I’mconfident we can make much more progress together in the year to come.Thank you. Have a great weekend and a very Merry Christmas.。

Obama演讲稿

WASHINGTON – In his weekly address, President Obama reflected on Father’s Day and his experience as a parent and discussed the challenges and necessity of being a good father. The President knows that many Americans who want to be better fathers lack the resources to spend quality time with their children, so the White House has fostered new partnerships with businesses in an effort to support bonding opportunities for fathers and their families. While the President recognizes that fatherhood is demanding and often trying, especially during a time of economic struggle and when many Americans are serving our country overseas, he reminds parents that above all, children need unconditional love, whether they succeed or make mistakes; when life is easy and when life is tough. So as President Obama continuously strives to be the best father he can be, he calls on fathers across the country to do the same.Prepared Remarks of PresidentBarack ObamaWeekly AddressSaturday, June 18, 2011Hi, everybody. This Father’s Day weekend, I’d like to spend a couple minutes talking about what’s sometimes my hardest, but always my most rewarding job – being a dad.I grew up without my father around. He left when I was two years old, and even though my sister and I were lucky enough to have a wonderful mother and caring grandparents to raise us, I felt his absence. And I wonder what my life would have been like had he been a greater presence.That’s why I’ve tried so hard to be a good dad for my own children. I haven’t always succeeded, of course – in the past, my job has kept me away from home more often than I liked, and the burden of raising two young girls would sometimes fall too heavily on Michelle.But between my own experiences growing up, and my ongoing efforts to be the best father I can be, I’ve learned a couple of things about what our children need most from their parents.First, they need our time. And more important than the quantity of hours we spend with them is the quality of those hours. Maybe it’s just asking about their day, or talking a walk together, but the smallest moments can have the biggest impact.They also need structure, including learning the values ofself-discipline and responsibility. Malia and Sasha may live in the White House these days, but Michelle and I still make sure they finish their schoolwork, do their chores, and walk the dog.And above all, children need our unconditional love – whether they succeed or make mistakes; when life is easy and when life is tough.And life is tough for a lot of Americans today. More and more kids grow up without a father figure. Others miss a father who’s away serving his country in uniform. And even for those dads who are present in their children’s lives, the recession has taken a harsh toll.If you’re out of a job or struggling to pay the bills, doing whatever it takes to keep the kids healthy, happy and safe can understandably take precedence over all else.That’s why my administration has offered men who want to be good fathers a little extra support. We’ve boosted community and faith-based groups focused on fatherhood, partnered with businesses to offer opportunities for fathers to spend time with their kids at the bowling alley or ballpark, and worked with military chaplains to help deployed dads connect with their children.We’re doing this because we all have a stake in forging stronger bonds between fathers and their children. And you can find out more about some of what we’re doing at .But we also know that every father has a personal responsibility to do right by our kids as well. All of us can encourage our children to turn off the video games and pick up a book. All of us can pack a healthy lunch for our son, or go outside and play ball with our daughter. And all ofus can teach our children the difference between right and wrong, and show them through our own example the value in treating one another as we wish to be treated.Our kids are pretty smart. They understand that life won’t always be perfect, that sometimes, the road gets rough, that even great parents don’t get everything right.But more than anything, they just want us to be a part of their lives.So recently, I took on a second job: assistant coach for Sasha’s basketball team. On Sundays, we’d get the team together to practice, and a couple of times, I’d help coach the games. It was a great of fun –even if Sasha rolled her eyes when her dad voiced his displeasure with the refs.But I was so proud watching her run up and down the court, seeing her learn and improve and gain confidence. And I was hopeful that in the years to come, she’d look back on experiences like these as the ones that helped define her as a person – and as a parent herself.In the end, that’s what being a parent is all about – those precious moments with our children that fill us with pride and excitement for their future; the chances we have to set an example or offer a piece of advice; the opportunities to just be there and show them that we love them.That’s something worth remembering this Father’s Day, and every day.Thanks, and Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. Have a great weekend.WASHINGTON –In his weekly address, President Obama spoke to the American people about how the government is partnering with the private sector to make sure workers have the skills and training they need in this economy. This past Wednesday, he announced commitments by the private sector, colleges, and the National Association of Manufacturers that will make it possible for half a million community college students to get a manufacturing credential that has the industry’s stamp of approv al. And on Monday, he will travel to North Carolina to meet with his Jobs Council to work on the steps the government can take to spur private sector hiringin the short-term and ensure our workers have the skills and training they need.Prepared Remarks of PresidentBarack ObamaWeekly AddressSaturday, June 11, 2011Hello, everyone. I want to spend a couple minutes talking with you about our economy. We’ve just come through the worst recession since the Great Depression, and while our economy as a whole has been growing and adding private sector jobs, too many folks are still struggling to get back on their feet. I wish I could tell you there was a quick fix to our economic problems. But the truth is, we didn’t get into this mess overnight, and we won’t get out of it overnight. It’s going to take time.The good news is, when it comes to job-creation and economic growth, there are certain things we know we can do. Now, government is not –and should not be –the main engine of job-creation in this country. That’s the role of the private sector. But one thing government can do is partner with the private sector to make sure that every worker has the necessary skills for the jobs they’re applying for.On Wednesday, I announced commitments by the private sector, colleges, and the National Association of Manufacturers that will make it possible for 500,000 community college students to get a manufacturingcredential that has the industry’s stamp of approval. If you’re a company that’s hiring, you’ll know that anyone who has this degree has the skills you’re looking for. If you’re a student conside ring community college, you’ll know that your diploma will give you a leg up in the job market.On Monday, I’ll travel to North Carolina, where I’ll meet with my Jobs Council and talk about additional steps we can take to spur private sector hiring in the short-term and ensure our workers have the skills and training they need in this economy.There are also a few other things we know will help grow our economy, and give people good jobs that support a middle-class lifestyle. We know that a quality education is a prerequisite for success, so we’re challenging states and school districts to improve teaching and learning, and making it a national goal to once again have the highest proportion of college graduates in the world by 2020.We know that more and more jobs are being created in the clean energy sector, so we’re investing in wind power, solar power, and biofuels that will make us less dependent on foreign oil and clean up our planet for our children. These are steps we know will make a difference in people’s lives – not just twenty years from now, or ten years from now, but now, and in the months to come.In the end, the folks I hear from in letters or meet when I travel across the country –they aren’t asking for much. They’re just looking for a job that covers their bills. They’re just looking for a little financial security. They want to know that if they work hard and live within their means, everything will be all right. They’ll be able to get ahead, and give their kid s a better life. That’s the dream each of us has for ourselves and our families. And so long as I have the privilege of serving as President, I’ll keep fighting to put that dream within reach for all Americans. Have a great weekend, everybody.WASHINGTON – Speaking to the American people from a Chrysler plant in Toledo, Ohio, President Obama commended the work of America’s dedicated autoworkers, who have helped reinvigorate the domestic auto industry. Each of The Big Three automakers is now turning a profit, and the domestic auto industry continues to add shifts and create new jobs across the country. When President Obama decided to lend a hand to the American automotive industry shortly after taking office, it was with the understanding that these great manufacturers would have to restructure, modernize and position themselves to thrive in a competitive global marketplace. Now, just a few years after the American auto industryteetered on the brink of collapse, America’s great manufacturers of yesterday have emerged as some of the great manufacturers of today.Prepared Remarks of PresidentBarack ObamaWeekly AddressSaturday, June 4, 2011Hello, everyone. I’m speaking to you today from a Chrysler plant in Toledo, Ohio, where I just met with workers, including Jill. Jill was born and raised here. Her mother and step-father retired from this plant. And she met her husband here, and now they have two children of their own. This plant has not only been central to the economy of this town. It’s been a part of the lifeblood of this community.The reason I came to Toledo was to congratulate Jill and her co-workers on the turnaround they helped bring about at Chrysler and throughout the auto industry. Today, each of the Big Three automakers –Chrysler, GM, and Ford –is turning a profit for the first time since 2004. Chrysler has repaid every dime and more of what it owes American taxpayers for their support during my presidency –and it repaid that money six years ahead of schedule. And this week, we reached a deal to sell our remaining stake. That means soon, Chrysler will be 100% in private hands.Most importantly, all three American automakers are now adding shifts and creating jobs at the strongest rate since the 1990s. Chrysler has added a second shift at the Jefferson North plant in Detroit that I visited lastyear. GM is adding a third shift at its Hamtramck plant for the first time ever. And GM plans to hire back all of the workers they had to lay off during the recession.That’s remarkable when you think about where we were just a couple of years ago. When I took office, we were facing the worst recession since the Great Depression – a recession that hit our auto industry particularly hard. In the year before I was President, this industry lost more than 400,000 jobs, and two iconic American companies, Chrysler and GM, stood on the brink of collapse.Now, we had a few options. We could have done what a lot of folks in Washington thought we should do – nothing. But that would have made a bad recession worse and put a million people out of work. I refused to let that happen. So, I said, if GM and Chrysler were willing to take the difficult steps of restructuring and making themselves more competitive, the American people would stand by them – and we did.But we decided to do more than rescue this industry from a crisis. We decided to help it retool for a new age, and that’s what we’re doing all across the country –we’re making sure America can out-build, out-innovate, and out-compete the rest of the world. That’s how we’ll build an economy where you can see your incomes and savings rise again, send your kids to college, and retire with dignity, security, and respect. That’s how we’ll make sure we keep that fundamental American promise –that if you work hard and act responsibly, you’ll be able to pass on a better life to your kids and grandkids.Now, we’ve got a ways to go. Even though our economy has created more than two million private sector jobs over the past 15 months and continues to grow, we’re facing some tough headwinds. Lately, it’s high gas prices, the earthquake in Japan, and unease about the European fiscal situation. That will happen from time to time. There will be bumps on the road to recovery.We know that. But we also know what’s happened here, at this Chrysler plant. We know that hardworking Americans like Jill helped turn this company and this industry around. That’s the American story. We’re a people who don’t give up –who do big things, who shape our own destiny. And I’m absolutely confident that if we hold on to that spirit, our best days are still ahead of us. Thanks for tuning in, and have a great weekend.。

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美国总统奥巴马国情咨文全文Obama’s State of Union speech(双语)President addresses nation on health care, soaring deficit, jobsupdated 9:25 p.m. ET Jan. 27, 2010Full text of President Barack Obama's State of the Union speech, as released by White House:（Part I）Madame Speaker, Vice President Biden, Members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans:Our Constitution declares that from time to time, the President shall give to Congress information about the state of our union. For two hundred and twenty years, our leaders have fulfilled this duty. They have done so during periods of prosperity and tranquility. And they have done so in the midst of war and depression; at moments of great strife and great struggle.It's tempting to look back on these moments and assume that our progress was inevitable - that America was always destined to succeed. But when the Union was turned back at Bull Run and the Allies first landed at Omaha Beach, victory was very much in doubt. When the market crashed on Black Tuesday and civil rights marchers were beaten on Bloody Sunday, the future was anything but certain. These were times that tested the courage of our convictions, and the strength of our union. And despite all our divisions and disagreements; our hesitations and our fears; America prevailed because we chose to move forward as one nation, and one people.Again, we are tested. And again, we must answer history's call.One year ago, I took office amid two wars, an economy rocked by severe recession, a financial system on the verge of collapse, and a government deeply in debt. Experts from across the political spectrum warned that if we did not act, we might face a second depression. So we acted - immediately and aggressively. And one year later, the worst of the storm has passed.But the devastation remains. One in ten Americans still cannot find work. Many businesses have shuttered. Home values have declined. Small towns and rural communities have been hit especially hard. For those who had already known poverty, life has become that much harder.This recession has also compounded the burdens that America's families have been dealing with for decades - the burden of working harder and longer for less; of being unable to save enough to retire or help kids with college.So I know the anxieties that are out there right now. They're not new. These struggles are the reason I ran for President. These struggles are what I've witnessed for years in places like Elkhart, Indiana and Galesburg, Illinois. I hear about them in the letters that I read each night. The toughest to read are those written by children - asking why they have to move from their home, or when their mom or dad will be able to go back to work.For these Americans and so many others, change has not come fast enough. Some are frustrated; some are angry. They don't understand why it seems like bad behavior on Wall Street is rewarded but hard work on Main Street isn't; or why Washington has been unable or unwilling to solve any of our problems. They are tired of the partisanship and the shouting and the pettiness. They know we can't afford it. Not now.So we face big and difficult challenges. And what the American people hope - what they deserve - is for all of us, Democrats and Republicans, to work through our differences; to overcome the numbing weight of our politics. For while the people who sent us here have different backgrounds, different stories and different beliefs, the anxieties they face are the same. The aspirations they hold are shared. A job that pays the bills. A chance to get ahead. Most of all, the ability to give their children a better life.You know what else they share? They share a stubborn resilience in the face of adversity. After one of the most difficult years in our history, they remain busy building cars and teaching kids; starting businesses and going back to school. They're coaching little league and helping their neighbors. As one woman wrote me, "We are strained but hopeful, struggling but encouraged."It is because of this spirit — this great decency and great strength — that I have never been more hopeful about America's future than I am tonight. Despite our hardships, our union is strong. We do not give up. We do not quit. We do not allow fear or division to break our spirit. In this new decade, it's time the American people get a government that matches their decency; that embodies their strength.And tonight, I'd like to talk about how together, we can deliver on that promise.It begins with our economy.Our most urgent task upon taking office was to shore up the same banks that helped cause this crisis. It was not easy to do. And if there's one thing that has unified Democrats and Republicans, it's that we all hated the bank bailout. I hated it. You hated it. It was about as popular as a root canal.But when I ran for President, I promised I wouldn't just do what was popular — I would do what was necessary. And if we had allowed the meltdown of the financial system, unemployment might be double what it is today. More businesses would certainly have closed. More homes would have surely been lost.So I supported the last administration's efforts to create the financial rescue program. And when we took the program over, we made it more transparent and accountable. As a result, the markets are now stabilized, and we have recovered most of the money we spent on the banks.To recover the rest, I have proposed a fee on the biggest banks. I know Wall Street isn't keen on this idea, but if these firms can afford to hand out big bonuses again, they can afford a modest fee to pay back the taxpayers who rescued them in their time of need.Tax cutsAs we stabilized the financial system, we also took steps to get our economy growing again, save as many jobs as possible, and help Americans who had become unemployed.That's why we extended or increased unemployment benefits for more than 18 million Americans; made health insurance 65% cheaper for families who get their coverage through COBRA; and passed 25 different tax cuts.Let me repeat: We cut taxes. We cut taxes for 95% of working families. We cut taxes for small businesses. We cut taxes for first-time homebuyers. We cut taxes for parents trying to care for their children. We cut taxes for 8 million Americans paying for college. As a result, millions of Americans had more to spend on gas, and food, and other necessities, all of which helped businesses keep more workers. And we haven't raised income taxes by a single dime on a single person. Not a single dime.Because of the steps we took, there are about two million Americans working right now who would otherwise be unemployed. 200,000 work in construction and clean energy. 300,000 are teachers and other education workers. Tens of thousands are cops, firefighters, correctional officers, and first responders. And we are on track to add another one and a half million jobs to this total by the end of the year.The plan that has made all of this possible, from the tax cuts to the jobs, is the Recovery Act. That's right - the Recovery Act, also known as the Stimulus Bill. Economists on the left and the right say that this bill has helped saved jobs and avert disaster. But you don't have to take their word for it.Talk to the small business in Phoenix that will triple its workforce because of the Recovery Act.Talk to the window manufacturer in Philadelphia who said he used to be skeptical about the Recovery Act, until he had to add two more work shifts just because of the business it created.Talk to the single teacher raising two kids who was told by her principal in the last week of school that because of the Recovery Act, she wouldn't be laid off after all.There are stories like this all across America. And after two years of recession, the economy is growing again. Retirement funds have started to gain back some of their value. Businesses are beginning to invest again, and slowly some are starting to hire again.But I realize that for every success story, there are other stories, of men and women who wake up with the anguish of not knowing where their next paycheck will come from; who send out resumes week after week and hear nothing in response. That is why jobs must be our number one focus in 2010, and that is why I am calling for a new jobs bill tonight.Now, the true engine of job creation in this country will always be America's businesses. But government can create the conditions necessary for businesses to expand and hire more workers.We should start where most new jobs do - in small businesses, companies that begin when an entrepreneur takes a chance on a dream, or a worker decides its time she became her own boss.Through sheer grit and determination, these companies have weathered the recession and are ready to grow. But when you talk to small business owners in places like Allentown, Pennsylvania or Elyria, Ohio,you find out that even though banks on Wall Street are lending again, they are mostly lending to bigger companies. But financing remains difficult for small business owners across the country.So tonight, I'm proposing that we take $30 billion of the money Wall Street banks have repaid and use it to help community banks give small businesses the credit they need to stay afloat. I am also proposing a new small business tax credit — one that will go to over one million small businesses who hire new workers or raise wages. While we're at it, let's also eliminate all capital gains taxes on small business investment; and provide a tax incentive for all businesses, large and small, to invest in new plants and equipment.JobsNext, we can put Americans to work today building the infrastructure of tomorrow. From the first railroads to the interstate highway system, our nation has always been built to compete. There's no reason Europe or China should have the fastest trains, or the new factories that manufacture clean energy products.Tomorrow, I'll visit Tampa, Fla., where workers will soon break ground on a new high-speed railroad funded by the Recovery Act. There are projects like that all across this country that will create jobs and help our nation move goods, services, and information. We should put more Americans to work building clean energy facilities, and give rebates to Americans who make their homes more energy efficient, which supports clean energy jobs. And to encourage these and other businesses to stay within our borders, it's time to finally slash the tax breaks for companies that ship our jobs overseas and give those tax breaks to companies that create jobs in the United States of America.The House has passed a jobs bill that includes some of these steps. As the first order of business this year, I urge the Senate to do the same. People are out of work. They are hurting. They need our help. And I want a jobs bill on my desk without delay.But the truth is, these steps still won't make up for the seven million jobs we've lost over the last two years. The only way to move to full employment is to lay a new foundation for long-term economic growth, and finally address the problems that America's families have confronted for years.We cannot afford another so-called economic "expansion" like the one from last decade — what some call the "lost decade" — where jobs grew more slowly than during any prior expansion; where the income of the average American household declined while the cost of health care and tuition reached record highs; where prosperity was built on a housing bubble and financial speculation.From the day I took office, I have been told that addressing our larger challenges is too ambitious - that such efforts would be too contentious, that our political system is too gridlocked, and that we should just put things on hold for awhile.For those who make these claims, I have one simple question:How long should we wait? How long should America put its future on hold?You see, Washington has been telling us to wait for decades, even as the problems have grown worse. Meanwhile, China's not waiting to revamp its economy. Germany's not waiting. India's not waiting. These nations aren't standing still. These nations aren't playing for second place. They're putting more emphasis on math and science. They're rebuilding their infrastructure. They are making serious investments in clean energy because they want those jobs.Well I do not accept second-place for the United States of America. As hard as it may be, as uncomfortable and contentious as the debates may be, it's time to get serious about fixing the problems that One place to start is serious financial reform. Look, I am not interested in punishing banks, I'm interested in protecting our economy. A strong, healthy financial market makes it possible for businesses to access credit and create new jobs. It channels the savings of families into investments that raise incomes. But that can only happen if we guard against the same recklessness that nearly brought down our entire economy.We need to make sure consumers and middle-class families have the information they need to make financial decisions. We can't allow financial institutions, including those that take your deposits, to take risks that threaten the whole economy.The House has already passed financial reform with many of these changes. And the lobbyists are already trying to kill it. Well, we cannot let them win this fight. And if the bill that ends up on my desk does not meet the test of real reform, I will send it back.Next, we need to encourage American innovation. Last year, we made the largest investment in basic research funding in history — an investment that could lead to the world's cheapest solar cells or treatment that kills cancer cells but leaves healthy ones untouched. And no area is more ripe for such innovation than energy. You can see the results of last year's investment in clean energy - in the North Carolina company that will create 1200 jobs nationwide helping to make advanced batteries; or in the California business that will put 1,000 people to work making solar panels.But to create more of these clean energy jobs, we need more production, more efficiency, more incentives. That means building a new generation of safe, clean nuclear power plants in this country. It means making tough decisions about opening new offshore areas for oil and gas development. It means continued investment in advanced biofuels and clean coal technologies. And yes, it means passing a comprehensive energy and climate bill with incentives that will finally make clean energy the profitable kind of energy in America.EducationI am grateful to the House for passing such a bill last year. This year, I am eager to help advance the bipartisan effort in the Senate. I know there have been questions about whether we can afford such changes in a tough economy; and I know that there are those who disagree with the overwhelming scientific evidence on climate change. But even if you doubt the evidence, providing incentives for energy efficiency and clean energy are the right thing to do for our future — because the nation that leads the clean energy economy will be the nation that leads the global economy. And America must be that nation.Third, we need to export more of our goods. Because the more products we make and sell to other countries, the more jobs we support right here in America. So tonight, we set a new goal: We will double our exports over the next five years, an increase that will support two million jobs in America. To help meet this goal, we're launching a National Export Initiative that will help farmers and small businesses increase their exports, and reform export controls consistent with national security.We have to seek new markets aggressively, just as our competitors are. If America sits on the sidelines while other nations sign trade deals, we will lose the chance to create jobs on our shores. But realizing those benefits also means enforcing those agreements so our trading partners play by the rules. And that's why we will continue to shape a Doha trade agreement that opens global markets, and why we will strengthen our trade relations in Asia and with key partners like South Korea, Panama, and Colombia.Fourth, we need to invest in the skills and education of our people.This year, we have broken through the stalemate between left and right by launching a national competition to improve our schools. The idea here is simple: instead of rewarding failure, we only reward success. Instead of funding the status quo, we only invest in reform - reform that raises student achievement, inspires students to excel in math and science, and turns around failing schools that steal the future of too many young Americans, from rural communities to inner-cities. In the 21st century, one of the best anti-poverty programs is a world-class education. In this country, the success of our children cannot depend more on where they live than their potential.When we renew the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, we will work with Congress to expand these reforms to all fifty states. Still, in this economy, a high school diploma no longer guarantees a good job. I urge the Senate to follow the House and pass a bill that will revitalize our community colleges, which are a career pathway to the children of so many working families. To make college more affordable, this bill will finally end the unwarranted taxpayer-subsidies that go to banks for student loans. Instead,let's take that money and give families a $10,000 tax credit for four years of college and increase Pell Grants. And let's tell another one million students that when they graduate, they will be required to pay only ten percent of their income on student loans, and all of their debt will be forgiven after twenty years — and forgiven after ten years if they choose a career in public service. Because in the United States of America, no one should go broke because they chose to go to college. And it's time for colleges and universities to get serious about cutting their own costs — because they too have a responsibility to help solve this problem.各位女士、副总统拜登先生，各位国会议员、尊敬的来宾以及全体美国人民：我们的宪法规定，美国总统需定时向国会报告国家情况。

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Obama: I will act on causes of climate change Last updated on 13 February 2012, 3:13 pmBy Ed KingUS President Barack Obama used his annual State of the Union address to explain how he is committed to promoting ‘clean energy’ across the country.In his speech to Congress, Obama said he was determined to deal with the USA’s addiction to oil and gas.And he stressed that this was part of a strategy that could see the USA’s faltering economy recover on the back of investment in clean and green technology.But the President effectively admitted that the chances of the US agreeing to a glo bal deal to curb climate change were slim.“The differences in this chamber may be too deep right now to pass a comprehensive plan to fight climate change,” Obama said.“But there’s no reason why Congress shouldn’t at least set a clean energy standard that creates a market for innovation. So far, you haven’t acted. Well tonight, I will.“I’m directing my Administration to allow the development of clean energy on enough public land to power three million homes.“And I’m proud to announce that the Department of Defense, the world’s largest consumer of energy, will make one of the largest commitments to clean energy in history – with the Navy purchasing enough capacity to power a quarter of a million homes a year.”The US Navy is one of the world’s biggest investors in low-carbon research and development, and recently tested a form of algae-based biofuel with shipping giants Maersk.It has already committed to cutting 50% off its conventional oil consumption by 2020. Economic growth through green growthWith economic growth in the USA stagnating, Obama stressed the role new technologies could play in revitalising American industry.Citing the subsidies enjoyed by fossil-fuel producers in the US, Obama said it was time to create a level playing-field for all energy producers.“I will not cede the wind or solar or battery industry to China or Germany because we refuse to make the same commitment here,” he said.“We have subsidised oil companies for a century. That’s long enough. It’s time to end the taxpayer giveaways to an industry that’s rarely been more profitable, and double-down on a clean energy industry that’s never been more promising. Pass clean energy tax credits and create these jobs.”Low hanging fruitAnd in a country where cheap oil, large cars and a laissez-faire attitude to energy efficiency has ruled for much of the past 50 years, Obama stressed there were easy ways for the USA to cut its reliance on oil and gas“The easiest way to save money is to waste less energy. So here’s another proposal: Help manufacturers eliminate energy waste in their factories and give businesses incentives to upgrade their buildings,” he said.“Their energy bills will be $100 billion lower over the next decade, and Americ a will have less pollution, more manufacturing, and more jobs for construction workers who need them. Send me a bill that creates these jobs.”Congress reaction:Minority Whip Steny Hoyer (D-Md.)“Our Make It In America plan will help manufacturers expand and hire more workers, develop American energy and support new, home-grown alternative energy technologies.”Newt Gingrich (2012 Presidential Candidate)“Only recently, the president canceled the Keystone XL Pipeline that would have created countless new jobs and helped America on the way to energy independence because he wanted to appease the far left of his party.”House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio)“Republicans will also continue pushing for the Keystone project, which the president did not mention tonight de spite his recent decision to destroy 20,000 American jobs.”Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.)“The President’s favoritism continues into his view on energy. Last week we s aw the President side with his friends in the environmental lobby by denying the construction of the Keystone Pipeline. Then, while the President highlights massive cuts to the Department of Defense, he also announced that they will be forced to purchase his preferred type of energy –clean energy.”Sen. Ben Nelson (D-Neb.)“We can start with the President’s ideas to expand American energy, whether from our natural resources or renewable sources such as biofuels including ethanol. But we can and should do better–for the economy, the environment and America’s push for greater energy independence.”。

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The United States Postal Service Warns of DefaultThe United States Postal Service has a history as long as the nation's. The Second Continental Congress appointed Benjamin Franklin as the first Postmaster General in seventeen seventy-five.This week, current Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe brought an urgent message to a Senate committee. He told the Committee on Hom eland Security and Governmental Affairs that the Post Office could need more money by the end of the month.PATRICK DONAHOE: " Without the enactm ent of comprehensive legislation by September 30, the Postal Service will default on a mandated 5.5 billion dollar payment to the Treasury to pre-fund retirement retiree health benefits. Our situation is urgent."The Postal Service had losses of almost six billion dollars for the nine-month period ending in June. That could grow to ten billion for the year. Part of the deficit is a five and a half billion dollar payment to the federal retirement plan for postal workers.Mister Donahoe is asking Congress to approve huge changes to the Postal Service. He wants to cut over one hundred thousand workers, close thousands of post offices and end Saturday mail delivery. He says the service needs to operate more like a business.PATRICK DONAHOE: "As a self-financing entity that depends on the sale of postage for its revenues, the Postal Service requires the ability to operate more as a business does."The Postal Service is responsible for its own financing and not part of the federal budget. But it does take part in federal retirement and health plans. It says it has paid too much to federal retirem ent plans and wants at least seven billion dollars returned.Mister Donahoe also wants to pull the Postal Service out of the federal benefit plans. He says the service's proposals could cut twenty billion dollars by twenty fifteen and return it to profitability.John Berry is director of the federal Office of Personnel Management which supervises federal retirem ent and health plans. He said the Obama administration would soon announce its own plan.At the hearing, Senator Susan Collins criticized the administration for not having a plan already. Leaders of two labor unions representing postal workers have also criticized the proposed cuts.The United States Postal Service has over five hundred sixty thousand employees. It reported revenue of sixty-seven billion dollars last year -- more than either of its biggest private competitors, FedEx or UPS. But as the amount of physical mail decreases, so too have the earnings from Postal Service operations.Committee member Joseph Lieberman noted the need for change.French Foreign Minister to Pressure Beijing on YuanJOSEPH LIEBERMAN: "The US Postal Service is not an 18th Century relic. It is a great 21st Century national asset. But times are changing rapidly now, and so too must the Postal Service if it is to survive."French Foreign Minister Alain Juppe says China's currency is undervalued, and he will press Beijing on the yuan during a three-day visit beginning Monday.Juppe told reporters in Australia Sunday that a strong yuan would help bolster the euro, which is in danger of collapsing under the massive debt incurred by weaker members of the European Union.During his stay in China, Juppe will meet with his Chinese counterpart Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi and other Chinese leaders.Beijing has long maintained strict controls on its currency, prompting criticism from the United States and other nations that it artificially holds down its value in order to give Chinese exporters a trade advantage.President Obama Outlines 450 Billion Jobs PlanU.S. President Barack Obama has urged lawmakers to pass a nearly $450 billion job creation plan combining tax cuts with governm ent spending.President Obama outlined the American Jobs Act in a speech before a joint session of Congress late Thursday. He said the United States is in a national crisis and called for immediate action to revive the economy and improve people’s lives.During the televised address, Mr. Obama called for an end to partisan politics, describing it as a political circus, and urged lawmakers to take steps to help the economy.Mr. Obama said his proposal would cut taxes for workers and businesses and lead to new jobs for construction workers, teachers and other Americans. The bill includes initiatives to put people to work repairing and modernizing roads, railways, airports, waterways and at least 35,000 schools.The president said it also offers tax credits to companies that hire long-term unemployed workers and cuts payroll taxes in half for every working American and every small business. Recent figures showed job creation at a standstill, as concerns grow over the possibility of a second recession.US Falls, China Gains in Competitive Economies ListSwitzerland is still the world's most competitive economy, but China and other emerging countries are gaining ground, according to a study published Wednesday by the World Economic Forum.The WEF says Switzerland benefits from good infrastructure and financial markets, and transparent government.The United States fell to fifth place in the rankings, while China moved up slightly to 26th place. The WEF report says advanced economies have not grown stronger in the race for profit and prosperity for the past 7 years, while major emerging nations have made gains. The report抯authors say the U.S. economy is extremely productive, has good universities, strong innovation, and a flexible workforce. But they also note high levels of public debt and low levels of trust in political leaders.The rankings are based on publicly available economic data along with a survey of more than 14,000 business leaders in 142 economies.Swiss Central Bank Takes Steps to Protect Exporters Interest Switzerland is moving to protect its exporters hurt by Europe's financial crisis, putting a cap on the franc's exchange rate against the euro.With world stock markets experiencing huge swings in value on an almost daily basis, some investors have turned to gold and purchase of the Swiss currency as safe havens from the market turmoil. That in turn has made the franc more valuable, and the country's exports more costly on world markets.But the Swiss central bank said Tuesday it would no longer allow the euro to trade below 1.2 francs, aiming for what it called a "substantial and sustained weakening" of the country's currency.Investors continued to sell stocks on most world exchanges after Monday's steep losses. European stocks were down in afternoon trading, and some Asian markets continued their slide, driven by fears of slowing growth in the United States and the sovereign debt crisis in Europe.Japan's closely watched Nikkei index closed down by 2.2 percent, at its lowest level since April 2009, while similar losses were recorded elsewhere in Asia, except in Hong Kong, where stocks rose. Export-oriented manufacturers suffered some of the heaviest losses.Gold rose to an all-time high at more than $1,919 an ounce before settling back. A flight to U.S. Treasury bonds drove yields to their lowest level in more than 60 years.Tuesday's stock trading followed losses Monday of around 3 percent in major Asian markets and more than 4 percent in European financial capitals. Analysts blamed the European losses in part on concerns about Greece's ability to meet its debt obligations and the viability of the region's common currency, the euro.In Singapore, Finance Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam was quoted saying a new global recession is now more likely than not. However, World Bank President Robert Zoellick said at the same conference be believed a double-dip recession will be avoided.The two-day round of stock selling in Asia was sparked by Friday's U.S. report that showed stagnant job growth. The data increased concerns that the United States could lapse back into recession.Worries about U.S. growth were compounded by a downbeat report on China's services sector.US Banks Face Lawsuits Over Risky MortgagesA U.S. newspaper says the federal governm ent is set to file lawsuits against more than 12 massive financial institutions for misrepresenting the quality of mortgage-backed securities that played a role in the 2008 financial crisis.The New York Times says the Federal Housing Finance Agency is taking action against Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs and others.The banks bundled mortgages and sold them to investors, including government-backed mortgage companies F annie Mae and Freddie Mac during the housing bubble.The Times says the FHFA will argue the banks missed evidence the homeowners' incomes were inflated or falsified. When those homeowners' were unable to pay their mortgages, the securities lost value.Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac lost more than $30 billion combined on the securities. The Times reports the FHFA is seeking repayment from the banks for those losses.US Job Growth StallsJob growth stalled in the U.S. economy in August, leaving the unemployment rate at a relatively high 9.1 percent.Friday's report from the Labor Department shows no net gain of jobs in August, compared to an estimated net gain of 85,000 in July. Most economists had predicted the figures would show at least some gains in the job market. The August report is the weakest in nearly a year.Employment rose in health care, fell in government, and was hurt by a strike at a major phone company.Employers are reluctant to hire because of worries that painfully slow U.S. economic growth will hurt their sales and profits. Economic growth has been hurt by weakness in the consumer spending that drives most U.S. economic activity. Consumers worried about their jobs and facing high prices for energy and food lack the confidence in the future needed to make major purchases.U.S. President Barack Obama will introduce a plan to stimulate the national economy and create jobs in a speech before a joint session of Congress next Thursday.。

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Vice President Biden, Mr. Chief Justice, Members of the United States Congress,distinguished guests, and fellow citizens:副总统拜登、首席大法官先生、国会议员、各位嘉宾、公民们：Each time we gather to inaugurate a president, we bear witness to the enduringstrength of our Constitution. We affirm the promise of our democracy. We recall thatwhat binds this nation together is not the colors of our skin or the tenets of our faithor the origins of our names. What makes us exceptional what makes us American isour allegiance to an idea, articulated in a declaration made more than two centuriesago:每一次我们聚在一起见证总统就职，我们都在见证美国宪法的持久力量。

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