Giving America a Raise

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Wednesday, August 13, 2014             Featured Giving America a Raise In this year's State of the Union, President Obama called on Congress to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $10.10 an hour -- a move that would boost the bottom lines of businesses and increase the earnings of 28 million hardworking Americans. Although Republicans in Congress continue to block this proposal, the President has taken action to raise the minimum wage for workers on new federal contracts. And since he first called for a minimum wage increase in 2013, 13 states and the District of Columbia have passed laws to raise their minimum wage -- which will benefit about 7 million workers. Find out how we're making progress -- and how many more workers will benefit if Congress takes action to raise the wage.       Top Stories The President Discusses the Latest Developments in Iraq President Obama gives an update on the recent developments in Iraq, highlighting steps that Iraq is taking to form a new, inclusive government. READ MORE President Obama Issues a Statement on the Death of Michael Brown The President issued a statement yesterday on the death of 18-year-old Michael Brown, who was fatally shot on Saturday by a police officer in Ferguson, Missouri. READ MORE President Obama on the Passing of Robin Williams: "He Was One of a Kind" The President released a statement following the passing of legendary stand-up comedian and actor Robin Williams: "He made us laugh. He made us cry. He gave his immeasurable talent freely and generously to those who needed it most." READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 11:45 AM: Press Briefing by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Eric Schultz   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Did Someone Forward This to You? Sign Up for Email Updates This email was sent to e0nstar1.blog@gmail.com Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy Please do not reply to this email. Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111