Photo Gallery: Obama Talks Energy Security at Georgetown
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Obama thanks the Georgetown community before beginning his speech on energy security in McDonough Arena.
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This marks his third visit to Georgetown University. His first visit came while still an Illinois senator in 2006. He returned as president in April.
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The president says the nation is paying a price for its inaction toward energy resources.
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He says now that the economy is recovering demand along with the crisis in the Middle East has driven oil prices back up.
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An audience of more than 1,000 listens as Obama says it's up to them to invest in renewable energy and alternative fuels.
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Obama shakes hands with and greets students in the audience after speaking.
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March 30, 2011
March 30, 2011 – President Obama spoke to an audience of more than 1,000 Georgetown students, faculty and staff and U.S. energy experts in McDonough Arena on March 30.
Displayed his vision for the future of energy in America and touted the need for investment in renewable resources, alternative fuel and other clean energy methods.
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