Washington : Obama says Washington politics should n't slow America 's growth . President Obama calls for public - private sector partnerships for infrastructure . His proposals provide inspiration to an image from his State of the Union address . Obama has unsuccessfully sought congressional approval throughout his presidency for a more aggressive national investment in road , rail , bridge and energy infrastructure construction to create jobs and spur economic growth . NEW : The group addresses deficient bridges and other infrastructure needs .
Washington : Obama says Washington politics should n't slow America 's growth . President Obama calls for public - private sector partnerships for infrastructure . His proposals provide inspiration to an image from his State of the Union address . NEW : The group addresses deficient bridges and other infrastructure needs .