President Obama Delivers “State of the Union” Address

28 January 2010

President Obama addressing Congress

On January 27, President Obama delivered the annual State of the Union Address before a joint session of the U.S. Congress.  It is a unique moment for the President to address the public on a broad spectrum of issues, including economic recovery and job creation. This year, the White House is using technology to make sure the President's State of the Union Address reaches as many people as possible.  Full Text of the Speech

Next week, the President will answer questions in a special online event, live from the White House.  Visit YouTube.com/CitizenTube to participate.

Other Links on the State of the Union: 

• The State of the Union Address, A Tradition Since 1790. Required by the US Constitution
• From Time to Time: The State of the Union Address by Robert Longley –  U.S. Government Information
• The President’s State of the Union Message: Frequently Asked Questions, Congressional Research Service (CRS) Report, March 7, 2006 (PDF 40.87 Kb)
  
• State of the Union Address: Origins and Authorization – Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives
• State of the Union Messages: 1790-2009, The American Presidency Project