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President Obama Addresses the National Italian American Foundation
President Obama recently spoke at the National Italian American Foundation (NAIF). His remarks struck a chord with everyone in the room as he reflected on both the historical and present-day significance of the story of American immigrants.
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We Can’t Wait: Obama administration to lower student loan payments for millions of borrowers
October 25, 2011The new "Pay As You Earn" proposal will allow about 1.6 million students the ability to cap their loan payments at 10 percent starting next year, and the plan will forgive the balance of their debt after 20 years of payments.
The President announces new housing initiatives that benefit american homeowners
October 24, 2011The Federal Housing Finance Agency announced a series of changes to the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) in an effort to attract more eligible borrowers who can benefit from refinancing their home mortgage.
The President broadens the conversation on immigration reform
August 15, 2011In August, leaders from a variety of ethnic communities – from Irish, to Polish, to Macedonian and many others met at the White House to discuss this important issue.
