Ezra Mechaber

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Ezra Mechaber

Associate Director of Online Engagement for the Office of Digital Strategy

Prior to joining the White House, Ezra worked for a Cambridge-based web startup. He currently serves as the Associate Director of Online Engagement in the Office of Digital Strategy. A native of Sherborn, MA, Ezra received his BA in political science and religion from the University of Rochester.

Ezra Mechaber's Posts

Applying for Health Insurance Just Got Easier

September 29, 2013 at 4:57 PM EDT

Consumers now have a simple, easy-to-understand way to apply for health coverage. The application for individuals is now three pages, making it easier to use and significantly shorter.

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Five Years After Lehman: Taking Stock of Where We Are

September 20, 2013 at 1:25 PM EDT

Five years after Lehman Brothers' bankruptcy, we want to help everyone get the context and see the full picture. Check out a behind-the-scenes look of the decision-making process that you won't find anywhere else.

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Honor September 11th: National Day of Service and Remembrance

September 11, 2013 at 7:15 AM EDT

This morning, President Obama, Vice President Biden, the First Lady, and Dr. Biden will join White House staff on the South Lawn of the White House for a moment of silence at 8:46 AM ET – the time that the first airplane struck the World Trade Center.

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Watch Live: President Obama's Address to the Nation on Syria

September 10, 2013 at 10:18 AM EDT

President Obama addresses the nation from the East Room of the White House. Watch live on WhiteHouse.gov/Syria.

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Weekly Address: A Better Bargain for Responsible, Middle Class Homeowners

August 10, 2013 at 6:00 AM EDT

In this week’s address, President Obama says that the housing market is starting to heal, and now it’s time to build on that progress by creating a better bargain for responsible, middle-class homeowners.

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President Obama Holds a Press Conference

August 9, 2013 at 7:07 PM EDT

President Obama answered questions from the White House Press Corps today from the East Room of the White House, specifically addressing NSA.

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President Obama Delivers Memorial Day Remarks at Arlington National Cemetery

May 27, 2013 at 5:56 PM EDT

President Obama traveled to Arlington National Cemetery to commemorate Memorial Day, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and delivering remarks.

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President Obama Tours Tornado Damage in Moore, Oklahoma: "We've Got Your Back"

May 26, 2013 at 3:12 PM EDT

In his visit to Oklahoma following the devastating tornadoes, President Obama promises the people of Moore that America is standing by to help rebuild.

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President Obama Responds to the Tornadoes in Oklahoma

May 22, 2013 at 3:15 PM EDT

This evening the President spoke with Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin to express his concern for those who have been affected by the severe weather beginning last night and continuing today.

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Launching the White House Tumblr

April 26, 2013 at 1:40 PM EDT

The White House is now on Tumblr.

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