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Chris Lu

Former Assistant to the President and Cabinet Secretary

As the Former Cabinet Secretary in the White House, Chris Lu was President Obama’s primary liaison to the Cabinet departments and agencies, helping to coordinate policy and communications strategy. He played a critical role in managing the flow of information between the White House and the federal departments and in representing the interests of the Cabinet to the White House. Lu also served as co-chair of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

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Building the Clean Energy Economy

Chris Lu, Assistant to the President and Cabinet Secretary, highlights recent announcements from around the Administration that are helping to build a clean energy economy.
November 23, 2010 at 10:01 AM ET

Hurricane Katrina: The Work Continues

The final post in the Hurricane Katrina: 5 Years of Remembering & Rebuilding series highlights government work to restore and rebuild the Gulf Coast and restates the Administration's commitment to the dedicated residents who are working to restore the region.
August 31, 2010 at 10:16 AM ET

Hurricane Katrina: Five Years of Remembering & Rebuilding

This weekend marks the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and the Obama Administration remains deeply committed to serving the needs of Gulf Coast residents. This is the first in a series of posts written to remember what was lost, recognize what has been regained, and celebrate the resilience and determination of those affected.
August 25, 2010 at 12:37 PM ET

President Obama on Federal Employees

Cabinet Secretary Chris Lu relays the letter the President sent to the National Treasury Employees Union.
March 10, 2010 at 9:59 AM ET

The Cabinet Reporting to the President … and to You

Cabinet Secretary Chris Lu announces the fifth Cabinet Meeting of the Administration and a new interactive online feature showcasing Cabinet officials.
January 26, 2010 at 11:34 AM ET

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