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The first night of the 2012 Democratic National Convention included presentation of the party platform for a final vote by delegates. Speakers included former President Jimmy Carter, who spo…

Secretary Salazar talked about his tenure as secretary of the Interior. Topics included BP’s Gulf of Mexico oil spill, drilling off the coast of Alaska, the Department of the Interior’s role…

President Obama announced his nomination of Sally Jewell for secretary of the interior. He also praised the service of the retiring Secretary Ken Salazar. Secretary Salazar and Ms. Jewell al…

President Obama spoke at the annual congressional prayer breakfast, where legislators, officials and clergy gathered to offer thanks for the blessings bestowed on the United States. In his r…

President Obama and the first lady participated in the lighting of the National Christmas Tree and the opening holiday ceremonies on the Ellipse. The program was edited to telecast only spea…

Secretary Salazar talked about national energy policy. In his remarks he said critics of the Obama administration’s energy policies were “living in this world of fairy tales.” He also defend…

The annual Memorial Day observance held at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. included a proclamation to begin the national commemoration of the Vietnam War’s 50th anniversary…

Interior Secretary Ken Salazar talked about domestic energy issues, including energy independence, high gas prices, and renewable energy. Following his prepared remarks, Secretary Salazar an…

President Obama spoke to a White House Conference on Conservation. The conference was held to spotlight community-driven conservation efforts and to discuss how to build on their success. Am…

Participants in a conference on community-driven conservation efforts talked about the the link between conservation and strong local economies through tourism, outdoor recreation, and healt…

Jay Carney briefed reporters and answered questions, which primarily dealt with the killing of 16 Afghan civilians by an American Army staff sergeant. At the beginning of the briefing, Inter…

Interior Secretary Ken Salazar testified on his department’s fiscal year 2013 budget request. During the hearing several senators asked Secretary Salazar about high gas prices and tapping in…

At the dedication of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial on the national mall, participants spoke about the legacy of the Reverend King and the civil rights movement. This program d…

Interior Department officials testified on the future of U.S. oil and natural gas development on federal lands and waters. He focused on the Obama administration’s proposed five year plan fo…

Vice President Joe Biden, former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, and other government officials praised the passengers and crew of Flight 93, which was one of four planes highjac…

Members of the newly created White House Rural Council spoke to reporters following a meeting with President Obama.

Tom Brokaw emceed the dedication of plaque honoring Senator Bob Dole for his lifelong support of American Veterans and his instrumental role in establishing the World War II Memorial.

Witnesses testified on the future of oil and gas development and pending legislation. Among the issues they addressed were proposals to extend offshore oil and gas exploration efforts, as we…

At the inaugural meeting of the Ocean Energy Safety Advisory Committee members and witnesses talked about lessons learned from the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and the future of offsho…

Ken Salazar testified on the Interior Department’s 2012 budget request The request includes $358 million for regulating offshore oil and gas drilling, 50 percent more than the fiscal year 20…