President Obama and First Lady visit Fort Bragg, NC announcing the End of the Iraq War

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December 14, 2011
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President Barack Obama visited Fort Bragg, NC to show appreciate and welcome home troops while delivering a national speech. Obama announced the end of the Iraq War to a crowd of soldiers and their loved ones. Along with the President, Michelle Obama joined him for the highly publicized news event. The First Lady has been an advocate for military and their families across the nation.

As you may remember, Michelle Obama has been to Fayetteville, NC earlier this year for the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition of woman’s veteran shelter of The Jubilee House. Today, Obama honored her for her commitment and latest feats in finding employment for military veterans. The President’s speech was in a room of over 4,000 troops, yet aired on live television on many media broadcast stations. (see our social media photos, click here)

Republican candidate Mitt Romney wrote an open letter addressing some of Barack Obama’s managing of the economy, as a disgrace. The letter was published by the Fayetteville Observer and aims to challenge Obama as seen in recent weeks from the parties. The letter blamed the President for economic woes and addressed slightly over 1% increase for returned veterans.

The campaign trail for 2012 Election is becoming more active as seen with more visits in last 5 years than prior. Obama has recently visit our state for a bus tour in mid-October to promote a new jobs bill and visited NC State University in mid-September. North Carolina is a battleground state which Obama narrowly won in last election. With economy and foreign policy a popular topic, this may not be the last visit from our 44th President.

As the news of the end of the Iraq war makes history, our community has seen many troops returning home. With an increased population, the local economy may benefit through small business, real estate, and other services. FayToday welcomes home all troops and wish them a very special holiday season with their families. Please view social media from the video above or from FayToday facebook pages below. We are active daily on Facebook to deliver community news and share social media, join us!