Wednesday 22 June 2011

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A Moment of Silence


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Monday, 10 January 2011, 23:02

Message Body

The White House
Monday, Jan. 10,  2011
A Moment of Silence

Today at 11:00 a.m. eastern standard time, President Obama is calling on Americans to observe a moment of silence to honor the innocent victims of the senseless tragedy in Tucson, Arizona, including those still fighting for their lives.  It will be a time for Americans to come together as a nation in prayer or reflection, keeping the victims and their families closely at heart.

The President, First Lady and White House staff will observe the moment of silence on the South Lawn of the White House. You can watch the live stream at WhiteHouse.gov/live.

Photo of the Day

President Barack Obama talks with Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer concerning the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and others, on a cell phone in the hallway outside the Situation Room of the White House, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

In Case You Missed It

The President denounces the attack on Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and others in Tucson, Arizona, and expresses his hopes and prayers for all of the victims and their families. 

The President's Statement on the Attack in Arizona
The President on the "unspeakable tragedy" in Arizona where Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and others were shot.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

10:20 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing

11:00 AM: The President and the First Lady observe a moment of silence to honor the victims of the shooting in Tucson, Arizona 

11:15 AM: The President meets with senior advisors

12:05 PM: The President holds a bilateral meeting with President Sarkozy of France

12:55 PM: The President and President Sarkozy deliver statements to the press

1:10 PM: The President holds a working lunch with President Sarkozy
   
Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/live.


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Grief and Courage


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Tuesday, 11 January 2011, 22:28

Message Body

The White House
Tuesday, Jan. 11,  2011

Photo of the Day

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama walk back to the Residence after joining White House staff on the South Lawn of the White House to observe a moment of silence for the victims of the Arizona shootings Jan. 10, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Chuck Kennedy)

In Case You Missed It

Following a long-scheduled bilateral meeting with President Nicolas Sarkozy of France, President Obama spoke again on the tragedy in Arizona.

President Obama, the First Lady and White House staff joined many across the country in observing a moment of silence to honor the innocent victims of the senseless tragedy in Tucson, Arizona, including those still fighting for their lives. Watch the video.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

10:00 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing

11:00 AM: The President meets with senior advisors  
   
Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/live.


This email was sent to hebrew.king@ymail.com

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Remembering the Victims in Tucson


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Wednesday, 12 January 2011, 23:44

Message Body

The White House
Wednesday, Jan. 12,  2011
Remembering the Victims in Tucson

Today the President and the First Lady will travel to Tucson, Arizona to attend a memorial service for the victims of the tragic mass shooting last Saturday. President will deliver remarks in support and remembrance of the victims and those still fighting for their lives. You can listen to the memorial service on WhiteHouse.gov/live starting at 8 p.m. EST.

Photo of the Day

President Barack Obama talks on the phone with King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia during a call in the Oval Office, Jan. 11, 2011. John Brennan, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism, is at right. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

In Case You Missed It

Vice President Biden in Afghanistan: "It’s Afghans Who Must Build Their Nation"
As part of his trip to Afghanistan to assess progress, Vice President Biden speaks at a joint press conference with President Karzai.

What the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Bill Means for Our Veterans
Darienne Page, Director of Veterans Outreach in the Office of Public Engagement, looks at the legislation the President signed recently in the context of the implementation of the Post-9/11 GI Bill.

President Obama on Haiti, One Year Later
The President urges continued support from the international community and continued strength from the Haitian people.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

9:30 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing

10:10 AM: The President meets with Prime Minister Hariri of Lebanon

12:45 PM: The President and the First Lady depart the White House en route Andrews Air Force Base

1:00 PM: The President and the First Lady depart Andrews Air Force Base en route Tucson, Arizona

5:35 PM: The President and the First Lady arrive in Tucson, Arizona

8:00 PM: The President delivers remarks at a memorial event, “Together We Thrive: Tucson and America"; the First Lady also attends    (audio only)

9:30 PM: The President and the First Lady depart Tucson, Arizona

1:15 AM: The President and the First Lady arrive at Andrews Air Force Base

1:30 AM: The President and the First Lady arrive at the White House
   
Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/live.


This email was sent to hebrew.king@ymail.com

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"I want our democracy to be as good as Christina imagined it"


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Thursday, 13 January 2011, 23:33

Message Body

The White House
Thursday, Jan. 13,  2011
Remembering the Victims in Tucson

Yesterday, President Obama travelled to Tucson, Arizona to attend a memorial service for the victims of Saturday’s tragic shooting.  During the memorial service the President reflected on the innocent lives that were lost, the heroism of so many brave citizens on that day, and the importance striving to be better members of our community and citizens.

Watch the video.

Photo of the Day

President Obama embraces First Lady Michelle Obama after his remarks at the memorial service for the victims of the shooting in Tucson, Arizona, January 12, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

In Case You Missed It

Haiti: One Year Later
Patrick Gaspard, Director of the White House Office of Political Affairs and the highest ranking Haitian-American official in the Obama Administration, looks back on the last year in Haiti and on toward the future.

The President Meets with Prime Minister Hariri on Stability and Justice in Lebanon The President meets with Prime Minister Hariri of Lebanon amidst efforts by the Hizballah-led coalition to collapse the Lebanese government.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

10:15 AM: Briefing by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs 

1:30 PM: The President meets with senior advisors
  
Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/live.



  

This email was sent to hebrew.king@ymail.com




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