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Friday, June 17, 2011

West Wing Week: "Where the Future Will Be Won"

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Friday, June 17, 2011

West Wing Week: "Where the Future Will Be Won"

Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that's happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. This week, walk step-by-step with the President as he meets with his Jobs Council in North Carolina to discuss ideas that will accelerate job growth and improve America's competitiveness, tours a manufacturer of energy efficient lighting, travels to Puerto Rico, and more.

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In Case You Missed It

Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog.

Reaffirming Commitment to Partnership Between the U.S. and Mongolia
President Obama and President Elbegdorj discuss steps to expand diplomatic, economic and defense cooperation between our two nations.

Partnership for Sustainable Communities Marks Two Trailblazing Years
The Partnership for Sustainable Communities, a collaboration between the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Department of Transportation, and the Environmental Protection Agency works to revitalize neighborhoods with convenient, affordable transit and clean energy.

Video: Follow the First Lady's Trip to Africa
Before departing for South Africa and Botswana to meet with young people, First Lady Michelle Obama records a video message encouraging young people to follow the trip and join the conversation.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

8:50 AM: The Vice President conducts a radio interview for the Tom Joyner Morning Show

12:00 PM: The President and the Vice President meet for lunch

1:30 PM: Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney

1:30 PM: The President visits the Walter Reed Army Medical Center

3:30 PM: The President meets with the Treasury Secretary Geithner

4:45 PM: The President greets young elected leaders at the White House

Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.Gov/Live

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