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August 20, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. The meeting is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President and the Vice President will meet for lunch. This lunch in the Private Dining Room is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will participate in interviews with local TV anchors from the following markets across the country, Jacksonville, Florida, Norfolk, Virginia and San Diego, California. The President will also be interviewed by the Virginian-Pilot. These interviews are embargoed until 5:00PM EDT. The interviews are closed press.

At 4:15 PM, the Vice President will meet with King Abdullah II of Jordan at the Naval Observatory.

In the evening, the President and the First Lady will have dinner at a local restaurant with winners of a campaign contest. There will be a travel pool spray at the top of the dinner.

All times ET
11:05 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
12:20 PM	The President and the Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
1:00 PM	Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
2:25 PM	The President is interviewed by regional television and print outlets Roosevelt Room; Oval Office Closed Press
4:15 PM	The Vice President meets with King Abdullah II of Jordan Naval Observatory
6:15 PM	The President and the First Lady have dinner with winners of a campaign Washington, DC Pool Spray at the Top (In-Town Travel Pool Gather Time 5:30PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Houston Chronicle
Radio: Sirius

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First Lady Michelle Obama Hosts First-Ever Kids' State Dinner

Surprise guest President Obama "crashes" the formal luncheon the First Lady held for 54 budding chefs in the East Room.

5:31 PM ET by Megan Slack

President Obama Holds a Press Conference

President Obama speaks with reporters from the White House Briefing Room

4:29 PM ET by Matt Compton

Behind the Scenes: White House Chefs Prep the Kids' State Dinner

Watch as the White House chefs cook up some dishes created by the young winners of the Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, which will be served at the first ever Kids' State Dinner

6:05 AM ET by Colleen Curtis

August 17, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing and meet with senior advisors in the Oval Office. These meetings are closed press.

In the morning, the Vice President will meet with senior advisors.

Later, the Vice President will be in Wilmington, Delaware. There are no public events scheduled.

All times ET
11:00 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:30 AM	The President meets with senior advisors Oval Office Closed Press
12:30 PM	Briefing by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Josh Earnest

In-Town Pool Call Time: 10:00 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: Financial Times
Radio: FOX

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Weekly Wrap Up: Dream Day

Here's a quick glimpse at what happened this week on WhiteHouse.gov.

3:44 PM ET by Lea Prohov

Using Idle Earmarks to Improve Transportation and Put People to Work

President Obama is freeing up $473 million in unspent transportation funds and giving it back to the states so that they can spend it on the infrastructure projects they need most.

12:00 PM ET by Secretary Ray LaHood

West Wing Week 08/17/12 or, "Dream Day"

Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything thats happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

12:00 AM ET by Adam Garber

August 16, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. The meeting is closed press.

Later in the morning, the President and the Vice President will meet with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in the Oval Office. The meeting is closed press.

Later, the President and the Vice President will meet for lunch. This lunch in the private dining room is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President and the Vice President will meet with Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner. The meeting is closed press.

All times ET
10:15 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
10:45 AM	The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of State Clinton Oval Office Closed Press
11:30 AM	Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
12:30 PM	The President and the Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
1:45 PM	The President and the Vice President meet with Treasury Secretary Geithner Oval Office Closed Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 10:00 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: Dallas Morning News
Radio: CBS

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Boosting Innovation in the Rust Belt

Youngstown, Ohio will soon be the home to a new public-private institute aimed at boosting 3-D printing technology.

3:18 PM ET by Matt Compton

How A Summer Jobs+ Opportunity Launched A Career

Earlier this year, President Obama announced the Summer Jobs + initiative, a call to action for businesses, non-profits, and government agencies to work together to provide pathways to employment for young Americans. David interned in the marketing department of Dunkin' Brands, a company that answered the President’s challenge, and shares his experience

1:25 PM ET by Lea Prohov

AmeriCorps Online! Join the Google+ Hangout Tomorrow at Noon

Join us on Friday, August 17th, for an AmeriCorps Google+ Hangout with Director of Digital Strategy Macon Phillips, and Corporation for National and Community Service CEO Wendy Spencer.

1:11 PM ET by Macon Phillips

Redoubling Efforts to Support American Manufacturing

At the American Economic Competitiveness Forum on Manufacturing, the Acting Commerce Secretary met with business owners to learn how the Obama Administration can continue to support them as they build things here and sell them everywhere

11:00 AM ET by Former Acting Secretary Rebecca Blank, Dr. Rebecca Blank

Top 10 Things You Didn't Know About Wind

Here are ten key facts about wind energy.

10:38 AM ET by Liz Hartman

August 15, 2012

The Schedule

In the afternoon, the President and the First Lady will deliver remarks at a campaign event at the Alliant Energy Amphitheater in Dubuque, Iowa. This event is open to pre-credentialed media.

Later, the President and the First Lady will deliver remarks at a campaign event at the Village of East Davenport in Davenport, Iowa. This event is open to pre-credentialed media.

In the evening, the President and the First Lady will return to Washington, DC. The departure from Quad Cities International Airport and the arrival on the South Lawn are open press.

All times ET
12:00 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event Virginia, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg Open Press
1:25 PM	The President and the First Lady deliver remarks at a campaign event Iowa, Dubuque, Alliant Energy Amphitheater Open to pre-credentialed media
6:35 PM	The President and the First Lady deliver remarks at a campaign event Iowa, Davenport, Village of East Davenport Open to pre-credentialed media
7:50 PM	The President and the First Lady depart Moline, Illinois en route Joint Base Andrews Quad Cities International Airport Open Press
9:50 PM	The President and the First Lady arrive Joint Base Andrews Out-of-Town Travel Pool Coverage
10:05 PM	The President and the First Lady arrive the White House South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather – 9:40PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Daily Caller
Radio: AURN

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN

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From the Archives: President Obama's 2011 Rural Tour

A look back at President Obama's 2011 Rural Economic Tour.

3:22 PM ET by Matt Compton

Happy Birthday to Julia Child from the White House

To mark the 100th anniversary of Julia Child's birthday, White House Executive Pastry Chef Bill Yosses was invited to share his favorite memory of the legendary chef who changed the way America cooks.

2:55 PM ET by Bill Yosses

11 Facts About the Tax Debate

Unless the House of Representatives takes action before January 1, 2013, taxes will go up on 114 million middle-class families. Learn more about the debate and what's at stake for middle-class families.

1:53 PM ET by Megan Slack

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals: Who Can Be Considered?

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today begins accepting requests for consideration of deferred action, which could enable people who arrived in this country as children to receive employment authorization for two years

11:55 AM ET by Alejandro Mayorkas

Jill-Care: Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan Keeps Her Running

The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP) established by the Affordable Care Act allows Jill from North Carolina to continue pursuing her passion.

11:21 AM ET by Dori Salcido

August 14, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event in Oskaloosa, Iowa at the Nelson Pioneer Farm & Museum. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

In the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event in Marshalltown, Iowa at B.R. Miller Middle School. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

In the evening, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event in Waterloo, Iowa at Waterloo Center for the Arts. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

All times ET
10:15 AM	The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event Virginia, Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville Open Press
12:25 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Iowa, Nelson Pioneer Farm & Museum, Oskaloosa Open to pre-credentialed media
4:30 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event Virginia, Spiller Elementary School, Wythville Open Press
5:00 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Iowa, B.R. Miller Middle School, Marshalltown Open to pre-credentialed media
8:55 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Iowa, Waterloo, Waterloo Center for the Arts Open to pre-credentialed media

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: New York Times
Radio: NPR

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A Banner Year for the U.S. Wind Industry

The Department of Energy releases a new report highlighting strong growth in America’s wind energy market in 2011 and underscoring the importance of continued policy support and clean energy tax credits to ensure that the U.S. remains a leading producer and manufacturer in this booming global industry.

1:39 PM ET by David Danielson

August 13, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will depart Chicago, Illinois en route Omaha, Nebraska. The departure from O’Hare International Airport and the arrival at Offutt Air Force Base are open press.

Later in the morning, the President will begin his three day campaign bus tour through Iowa in Council Bluffs where he will deliver remarks. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

In the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event in Boone, Iowa. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

The President will remain overnight in Des Moines, Iowa.

All times ET
12:45 AM	The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event at the Durham Armory North Carolina, Durham Open Press
10:40 AM	The President departs Chicago, Illinois en route Nebraska O’Hare International Airport Open Press
11:55 AM	The President arrives Omaha, Nebraska Offutt Air Force Base Open Press
12:25 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Iowa, Bayliss Park, Council Bluffs Open to pre-credentialed media
6:15 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Iowa, Herman Park, Boone Open to pre-credentialed media

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: CS Monitor
Radio: ABC

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: McClatchy

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More Help for Those Coping with the Drought

In Iowa, President Obama describes a new effort to help livestock producers coping with one of the worst droughts in a half century.

7:08 PM ET by Matt Compton

Celebrating the Soldier Athletes on Team USA

The Olympic and Paralympic teams include a record number of servicemen and women, both active duty and members of our reserves.

7:02 PM ET by Derick Chapman

President Obama Congratulates the Curiosity Team

President Obama calls the team that landed the Curiosity rover on the surface of Mars.

2:00 PM ET by Matt Compton

@Whitehouse Celebrates the 2012 Olympic Games in London

Like people all over the world, the White House has been using Twitter to celebrate the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

11:44 AM ET by Erin Lindsay

August 10, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the evening, the President will host an Iftar dinner celebrating Ramadan in the State Dining Room. This will be the fourth Iftar that President Obama has hosted, continuing the tradition of hosting Iftars that began annually under President Clinton and was continued by President George W. Bush. The invited guests include elected officials, religious and grassroots leaders in the Muslim American community, and leaders of diverse faiths and members of the diplomatic corps. The President’s remarks are pooled press.

All times ET
11:00 AM	The President Recieves the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
12:15 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney Press Briefing Room
8:35 PM	The President hosts an Iftar dinner celebrating Ramadan State Dining Room Pooled Press Pre-Set 6:00PM—Final Gather 8:15PM—North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Pool Call Time: 10:30 AM EDT
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: BNA
Radio: Sirius

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Progress Toward a World Without Violence Against Women and Girls

President Obama takes another important step to prioritize and protect the rights of women and girls around the world

5:06 PM ET by Valerie Jarrett

Photo Gallery: Behind the Scenes of July 2012

Take a look behind the scenes of the White House for the month of July.

12:32 PM ET by

West Wing Week 08/10/12 or “We Have A Moral, Sacred Duty”

Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that's happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

12:00 AM ET by Adam Garber

August 9, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event at the Colorado State Fairgrounds in Pueblo, Colorado. This event is open to pre-credentialed media.
In the afternoon, the President will depart Pueblo, Colorado en route Colorado Springs, Colorado. The departure from Pueblo Memorial Airport and the arrival at Peterson Air Force Base are open press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event at Colorado College in Colorado Springs. This event is open to pre-credentialed media.

In the evening, the President will return to Washington, DC. The departure from Peterson Air Force Base and the arrival on the South Lawn are open press.

All times ET
12:45 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Colorado State Fairgrounds Open to pre-credentialed media
2:50 PM	The President departs Pueblo, Colorado en route to Colorado Springs, Colorado Pueblo Memorial Airport Open Press
3:20 PM	The President arrives in Colorado Springs, Colorado Peterson Air Force Base Open Press
4:25 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Colorado College Open to pre-credentialed media
6:25 PM	The President departs Colorado Springs, Colorado en route to Joint Base Andrews Peterson Air Force Base Open Press
9:30 PM	The President arrives at Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
9:45 PM	The President arrives at the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 9:25PM – North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: Yahoo
Radio: SRN

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: AFP
Radio: CBS

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President Obama's Tax Cuts for the Middle Class

President Obama is calling on Congress to make sure that taxes don’t go up on 98 percent of American families next year, as they are scheduled to do January 1, 2013. Learn more about his plan in this new infographic.

11:55 AM ET by Megan Slack

Making Forms Simpler

To fulfill its functions, the federal government asks people to fill out a lot of forms. To get permits and licenses, to pay taxes, and to qualify for benefits and grants, forms are often required. Too often, however, those forms are too confusing and complicated, especially for individuals and small businesses. Now, we are doing something about that problem.

11:45 AM ET by Cass Sunstein

President Obama's Call with the Prime Minister of India

President Obama discusses the shooting in Oak Creek, Wisconsin with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

11:21 AM ET by Matt Compton

August 8, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will depart the White House en route Denver, Colorado. The departure from the South Lawn and arrival at Buckley Air Force Base are open press.

In the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event at the Auraria Event Center. This event is open to pre-credentialed media.

Later in the afternoon, the President will depart Denver, Colorado en route Grand Junction, Colorado. The departure from Buckley Air Force Base and the arrival at Grand Junction Regional Airport are open press.

In the evening, the President will deliver remarks at a campaign event at Grand Junction High School. This event is open to pre-credentialed media.

Later, the President will depart Grand Junction, Colorado en route Pueblo, Colorado. The departure from Grand Junction Regional Airport and the arrival at Pueblo Memorial Airport are open press.

The President will remain overnight in Pueblo, Colorado.

All times ET
10:35 AM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 10:15AM – North Doors of the Palm Room
10:50 AM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews en to route Denver, Colorado Travel Pool Coverage
2:10 PM	The President arrives in Denver, Colorado Buckley Air Force Base Open Press
3:20 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Auraria Event Center Open to pre-credentialed media
5:10 PM	The President departs Denver, Colorado en route to Grand Junction, Colorado Buckley Air Force Base Open Press
6:00 PM	The President arrives in Grand Junction, Colorado Grand Junction Regional Airport Open Press
7:25 PM	The President delivers remarks at a campaign event Grand Junction High School Open to pre-credentialed media
8:30 PM	The President departs Grand Junction, Colorado en route to Pueblo, Colorado Grand Junction Regional Airport Open Press
9:15 PM	The President arrives in Pueblo, Colorado Pueblo Memorial Airport Open Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:00 AM EDT
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: Washington Times
Radio: NPR

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: Washington Post
Radio: NPR

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New Report Highlights the Impact of the President’s Agenda on the Hispanic Community

A new report, “An America Built to Last: President Obama’s Agenda and the Hispanic Community,” takes a close look at how President Obama’s policies have made a difference for Hispanics and all Americans as we work to move our country forward out of the biggest economic crisis since the Great Depression

3:18 PM ET by Cecilia Muñoz

Watch and Engage: PTA Day at the White House

The White House welcomes over 150 PTA leaders from 41 states for a day-long briefing and honors community leaders as Champions of Change.

2:29 PM ET by Jon Carson

Empowering Young People to Build a Kinder, Braver World

We must all stay focused on ending bullying because no young person, or their loved ones, should have to endure the pain, agony, and loss to our families, schools, and communities that can come with bullying.

9:57 AM ET by Valerie Jarrett

August 7, 2012

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President meets with the White House Rural Council to discuss ongoing efforts in response to the drought. There will be a pool spray of the meeting.

Later, the President will meet with Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the evening, the President will attend two campaign events at the W Hotel in Washington, DC. These campaign events are closed press.

All times ET
11:00 AM	The President recieves the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney Press Briefing Room
4:15 PM	The President meets with the White House Rural Council to discuss ongoing efforts in response to the drought Roosevelt Room Pool Spray Final Gather 4:05PM – Brady Press Briefing Room
4:30 PM	The President meets with SEcretary of Defense Panetta Oval Office Closed Press
5:20 PM	The President attends a campaign event Washington, DC, The W Hotel Closed Press In-Town Pool Gather Time 4:45PM – Brady Press Briefing Room
6:20 PM	The President attends a campaign event Washington, DC, The W Hotel Closed Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 10:30 AM EDT
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: Washington Post
Radio: FOX

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