State of the Union 2014

What do you know about the State of the Union Address?

It's given annually by the president of the USA.

What is the purpose of the State of the Union Address and why does the president give this speech each year?? 

The State of the Union is the address presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows presidents to outline their legislative agenda (for which they need the cooperation of Congress) and their national priorities.

When was the first State of the Union Address given?

George Washington's handwritten notes for the first State of the Union Address, January 8, 1790.

What topics do you think will be addressed within the speech?

Minimum wage, gender issues, immigration reform, education, gun control/weapons, obamacare, environment, military,