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Today, President Obama visited Columbus, Ohio, to bring his message of job creation directly to the American people.

Joined by teachers, veterans, law-enforcement officials, construction workers, and small-business owners this morning, President Obama introduced a draft of the American Jobs Act and urged Congress to pass it as soon as possible.

Did you miss last night's jobs speech? Check out this enhanced video—and get the facts and figures you need to know about the American Jobs Act while President Obama delivers his address.

Before a joint session of Congress last night, a fired-up President Obama delivered his plan to put America back to work.

President Obama will present to Congress the American Jobs Act—his plan to put Americans back to work—tonight at 7 p.m. ET.

Tonight President Obama will address Congress and the nation on his plan to grow the economy and create jobs more quickly. Check out this preview from White House senior adviser David Plouffe before tonight's 7 p.m. ET address.

President Obama: "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."

Celebrating Labor Day in Detroit, Michigan, President Obama addressed General Motors workers during their holiday picnic.