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National Journal's Promise Audit

As memories of the campaign trail fade, it's easy to forget some of the more than 200 promises made by Barack Obama. Use the directory below to follow along as NationalJournal.com reporters track progress made by the Obama administration in keeping its word to Americans.

Promise Categories:

Abortion 3 | May 10, 2010
8% Complete
Administration 7 | Feb 24, 2010
57% Complete
Agriculture 11 | Aug 18, 2010
43% Complete
Civil Rights 10 | Jun 02, 2010
42% Complete
Criminal Justice 10 | Oct 19, 2009
17% Complete
Defense 26 | Apr 14, 2010
28% Complete
Diversity 1 | Jun 15, 2009
100% Complete
Economy 7 | Dec 21, 2009
42% Complete
Education 27 | Jan 06, 2010
12% Complete
Energy/Environment 27 | May 27, 2010
23% Complete
Ethics Reform 16 | Mar 09, 2010
34% Complete
Foreign Policy 28 | Dec 18, 2009
24% Complete
Government Spending 6 | Jun 23, 2009
12% Complete
Health Care 13 | Mar 23, 2010
57% Complete
Housing/Urban Policy 10 | Aug 11, 2010
27% Complete
Immigration 3 | Aug 13, 2010
25% Complete
Infrastructure 6 | Oct 28, 2009
29% Complete
Labor 14 | Feb 01, 2010
23% Complete
Miscellaneous 2 | Jun 21, 2010
62% Complete
Public Service 8 | Dec 16, 2009
71% Complete
Science/Technology 5 | Mar 16, 2010
55% Complete
Social Security/Medicare 3 | Oct 15, 2009
33% Complete
Taxes 15 | Feb 01, 2010
40% Complete
Veterans 14 | Aug 05, 2010
62% Complete

Recent Updates

Ensure Broadband Coverage In Rural Areas

August 18 2010

WH Issuing $1.8B In Broadband Grants

The Commerce and Agriculture Departments announced $1.8 billion in broadband infrastructure grants for 94 projects in 37 states.

Secure Borders But Implement Process For Illegal Immigrants To Become Citizens

August 13 2010

Obama Signs $600M Border Bill

President Obama signed the Southwest Border Security Bill, which will fund increased security along the border with Mexico.

Help Homeowners

August 11 2010

White House Seeks To Help Jobless Homeowners

The administration announced it would provide $3 billion to help unemployed homeowners avoid foreclosure.

Place Moratorium On Foreclosures

August 11 2010

White House Provides Aid But No Moratorium

The administration still has not delivered on its proposed moratorium, although HUD announced that it would provide $3 billion to help unemployed homeowners avoid foreclosure.

Improve VA Administrative Systems

August 05 2010

VA To Test Paperless System

The VA announced that it will test a paperless system to improve the processing of veterans' disability claims in its regional benefits office in Providence, R.I.

Improve VA Administrative Systems

August 05 2010

Stimulus Funds Go Toward VA Claims Process

The VA announced that it has "obligated $150 million" in Recovery Act funds "to hire, train and equip new employees to improve claims processing."

Increase Housing Assistance

July 22 2010

VA, HUD To Give $15M For Housing

VA and HUD announced a program to provide $15 million to five selected communities near military bases for housing assistance and prevention of homelessness.

Ensure Broadband Coverage In Rural Areas

July 15 2010

FCC Begins Rural Health Care Program

The FCC launched (subscription required) a new $400 million program to offer broadband services to rural health care providers.

Improve Military's Mental Health Screening And Care

July 12 2010

VA Simplifies PTSD Claims

The VA announced publication of a final regulation in the Federal Register that would make the PTSD claims process faster and easier.

Encourage Fathers To Be Responsible

June 21 2010

Obama Launches Fatherhood Initiative

The White House announced that it would continue hosting community forums around the country under the fatherhood and mentoring initiative. Obama also proposed a new Fatherhood, Marriage and Families Innovation Fund to address "effective fatherhood and family-strengthening programs." Additionally, he has provided funding for transitional job programs that help "noncustodial parents facing barriers to employment."

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