Central Perk: What Rebuilding America Means for You

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What Rebuilding America Means for You

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What Rebuilding America Means for You

Our nation's infrastructure has long been our economic backbone. A well-performing transportation network keeps jobs in America, allows businesses to expand, and lowers prices on household goods for American families.

But we've been investing in our infrastructure less and less -- and, as a result, congestion and maintenance backlogs have gone up:

65% of our roads are rated in less than good condition
25% of our bridges require significant repair or can't handle today's traffic
45% of Americans lack access to transit

It's time to rebuild our roads and bridges in a smarter, more responsible way while supporting millions of jobs.

See how your state is affected, and learn how the President's plan will rebuild America.

Missed the President's trip to Colorado and Texas last week? Don't worry -- the latest edition of "West Wing Week" features some amazing footage from his visit.

In this week's address, the President recapped his visits with folks who have written him letters about their own American stories -- their successes and struggles. While congressional Republicans are blocking meaningful measures that would strengthen the middle class, the President continues looking for ways to grow the economy and expand opportunity for more hardworking Americans.

Last week, President Obama sat down with everyday Americans who wrote him from around the country; he grabbed some pizza and shot some pool in Denver; he chowed down on some BBQ in Austin; and we celebrated Independence Day at the White House.

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