Did You Miss This Yesterday? In January, President Obama proposed a series of executive actions to help keep our kids and communities safe -- and put forward a set of commonsense proposals for Congress to consider that can make a real difference in protecting our citizens from gun violence. As Washington debates this issue, let's make sure the voices of the American people are impossible to ignore. Make your voice heard by joining the White House call for action on social media. In Case You Missed It Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog: West Wing Week: 04/12/13 or “We Choose Love” This week, the President, Vice President and First Lady continued to call for action to reduce gun violence, while the President announced the Fiscal Year 2014 Budget, conferred the medal of honor, met with UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, and held an Easter Prayer breakfast. President Obama Tells Newtown Families He Will Keep Fighting for the Votes They Deserve President Obama calls family members of the victims of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School after the Senate voted to move a step closer toward considering legislation that will help reduce gun violence. President Obama Awards Medal of Honor to Father Emil Kapaun President Obama bestowed the nation's highest honor on a remarkable man who gave his life serving God and country in the Korean War. Read the story of his incredible bravery. Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). 11:15 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing 12:00 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney 2:00 PM: The Vice President visits the headquarters of the Central Intelligence Agency 2:05 PM: The President presents the Commander-in-Chief Trophy to the United States Naval Academy football team Indicates that the event will be live-streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live Get Updates Sign up for the Daily Snapshot Stay Connected This email was sent to filter@clubhouseb.com Sign Up for Updates from the White House Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy Please do not reply to this email. Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111 |
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