Turkeys, Pies, Trees, and Barbara Walters help Obama beat the Affordable Health Care Act woos

During the Thanksgiving Holiday week, President Obama received 3 daily briefings, met with Secretary of Defense Hagel, the President of Colombia, and delivered two statements.

In addition, he and his family participated in a service project and entertained an undisclosed number of guests a Thanksgiving Dinner that ended with 6 different pies ( huckleberry pie, pecan pie, chocolate cream pie, sweet potato pie, banana cream pie or coconut cream pie). Ahhh, so much for Michelle Obama's healthy eating pitch - "let them eat peas"!

To help him try to restore his tarnished Obamacare image and reputation, Mr. and Mrs. Obama sat for a Barbara Walters interview.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (13.5 hours total):

• Vice President Biden : Washington DC to Tokyo Japan : 13.5 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday November 27 through Tuesday December 03 2013.

Today, Tuesday, December 3, 2013

• President Obama receives a daily briefing at 10 AM. Then at 11 AM, he meets with President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia, which is followed by a 12:05 PM lunch with the two of them. In the afternoon, Mr. Obama will deliver a statement about the Affordable Care Act (2:30 PM), participate in an ambassador credentialing ceremony (3:30 PM), and end the day after a 4:15 PM meeting with Secretary Hagel.
• VP Biden visited an internet company with Cathy Russell, then met with Crown Prince Naruhito, and later with Japanese PM Shinzo Abe.

Monday, December 2, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10 AM. His last public appointment was a 1:20 PM address at a World AIDS Day Event.
• VP Biden Biden met with Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso and members of the Diet.

Sunday, December 1, 2013

• VP Biden departed on a trip to China, Japan, and South Korea. First, he arrived in Tokyo Japan.

Friday, November 29, 2013

• President Obama and his wife sat for a 20/20 interview with Barbara Walters.
• Michelle Obama and daughters received the 2013 White House Christmas tree.

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Then, he pardoned the National Thanksgiving Turkeys at 1:20 PM. He next held a bill signing appearance (2:35 PM), and ended the day with a service event (4:30 PM).
• VP Biden flew to Nantucket where he and his family spent 4 days as a Thanksgiving vacation.

Seven Fundraisers in 3 cities for the Traveling Fundraiser, President Obama

The past week's accomplishments for President Obama can be summarized as attending 7 fundraisers in three West Coast cities, racking up 14 hours of Air Force One flight time, having lunch with Vice President Obama, and hosting a black-tie affair for Medal of Freedom awardees.

Besides that, Mr. Obama received 3 daily briefings, met with John Kerry, Susan Rice, King Mohammed VI of Morocco, film industry executives, delivered a few statements to justify his travel expenses, and bought lunch at a San Francisco Chinatown restaurant.

(from http://www.sfexaminer.com)

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (14 hours total):

• President Obama: White House to Seattle WA to San Francisco CA to Los Angeles CA to Washington DC : (5.5 + 2.5 + 1.5 + 5.5 ) = 14 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday November 20 through Tuesday November 26 2013.

Today, Tuesday, November 26, 2013

• President Obama attends a DNC fundraising event in a private residence at noon. Then, he tours DreamWorks Animation at 1:50, meets with industry representatives, and delivers remarks. He then leaves Los Angeles and flies back to Washington, arriving at the White House about 9:20 PM.

Monday, November 25, 2013

(from http://www.ctpost.com)

• President Obama left Seattle Washington at 11:50 AM and flew to San Francisco CA. There, he delivered remarks about immigration at 2:35 PM, and spent the rest of the day attending fundraisers. First was a 4:10 PM DNC event which was followed by an 5:00 PM DNC event. Mr. Obama left San Francisco and flew to Los Angeles CA, where he attended a 10:30 PM DCCC/DSCC fundraising event; and another DCCC/DSCC joint event at 11:20 PM.

Sunday, November 24, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 2 PM and flew to Seattle WA. He then attended an 8:05 PM DNC event, and a 10:10 DCCC fundraising event. The President was accompanied by Valerie Jarret.

Friday, November 22, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 AM. Then, at 1:45 PM, he participated in a video conference with Peace Corps Volunteers in Tanzania. He ended the day after a 2:40 PM meeting with King Mohammed VI of Morocco. He also met with John Kerry, Susan Rice, and Phil Gordon.
• Michelle Obama hosted the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities (PCAH) National Arts and Humanities Youth Program.

Thursday, November 21, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 AM. This was followed by a 12:30 lunch with VP Biden. In the afternoon, he delivered a brief statement (1:55 PM), and another at 2 PM at a ConnectED Champions of Change event. Lastly, he held a bill signing photo op at 2:20 PM.

Cordy Vivian receiving Medal of Freedom (from whitehouse.gov/blog )

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

• President Obama began the day with a 10:15 AM daily briefing. He then honored recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom at 11:05 AM. Then, he participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery at 1 PM commemorating the death of John F Kennedy. Lastly, he met with representatives from teh National Association of Insurance Commissioners. In the evening (7:10 PM), he and Michelle hosted a black-tie dinner for the Medal of Freedom awardees at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.

Patriotic: No Gettysburg Rememberance from President Obama Today

Today is the historic 150th year anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address eulogy to the slain and wounded soldiers who sacrificed at that historic battlefield. But conspicuously missing from this commemoration will be the nation's current leader, President Obama.

(from https://sites.google.com/a/mvsdpride.org/bes-erinfitzgerald/the-gettysburg-address )

The Obamacare roll-out difficulties are requiring President Obama to spend more time with his senior staff. During the past week, he met with his senior advisers twice, Secretary of Defense Hagel twice, Secretary of State Kerry once, and Secretary of Treasury Lew once. In addition, he received a daily briefing each weekday, met with healthcare CEO's, delivered speeches about the Affordable Health Care Act, and worked with his political Organizing for Action group.

(from zimbio.com)

While this time consuming distraction limited his free time, the President was still able to play his 151st (as President) round of golf, attend an Oregon State basketball game to see his brother-in-law, and send out donation solicitations for barackobama.com.

The weekly fundraising and entertainment duties we delegated to his wife Michelle and Vice President Biden. During this time, Mr. Biden attended 3 fundraising events, two in North Carolina and one in Georgia. Michelle Obama flew to New York City to obtain funds. And even President Obama was able to attend a Philadelphia fundraiser at a private residence.

Mrs Obama participated in a guest appearance taping of "106 & Park", and flew to Disney World to attend a conference.

Unfortunately, Mr. Obama was only able to fly to Cleveland Ohio this week, although VP Biden visited Houston TX and is now in Panama City, Panama.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (25.5 hours total):

• President Obama: White House to Cleveland OH to Philadelphia PA to Washington DC : (1.25 + 1.5 + .75 ) = 3.5 hours
• Michelle Obama : White House to New York City (round trip)  : 3 hours
• Michelle Obama : White House to Orlando FL (round trip)  : 4.5 hours
• VP Biden : Washington DC to Houston TX to Panama City Panama : (3.25 + 4.25) = 7.5 hours
• VP Biden : Washington DC to Charlotte NC to Chapel Hill NC to Washington DC : (1.5 + 1 + 1) =  3.5 hours
• VP Biden : Washington DC to Atlanta GA (round trip) : 3.5 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday November 13 through Tuesday November 19 2013.


Today, Tuesday, November 19, 2013

• President Obama receives a daily briefing at 10 AM. Next at 10:"45 AM, he will meet with bipartisan senators to discus Iran. At 3:15 PM, he will speak and take questions at the Wall Street Journal CEO Council meeting. Lastly, he will meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel at 4:30 PM.
• VP Biden held meetings with Panama President Martinelli in Panama City.

Monday, November 18, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM, and then with senior advisers at 11:00 AM. Lastly, he met with Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew at 3:30 PM. In the evening, he participated in an Organizing for Action conference call in an attempt to get his political action supporters to push Obamacare.
• Michelle Obama attended a Democratic DSCC fundraising event in New York City. At 3 PM, she taped an episode for the BET "106 & Park" show which will be aired tonight.



(from mercedsunstar.com)

• VP Biden flew to Houston Texas and spoke about infrastructure to 50 people volunteering to enroll people into Obamacare exchanges. From there, he flew to Panama City Panama.

Sunday, November 17, 2013

• President Obama played his 40th round of golf with rip director Marvin Nicholson, his brother Walt Nicholson, and Joe Paulsen of the White House advance office.

Saturday, November 16, 2013

• President Obama, and family, attended the Oregon State-Maryland basketball game in College Park, Md.

Friday, November 15, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. At 2 pm, he met with his senior advisers. He also met with health insurance company CEOs to discuss the Affordable Care Act.
• VP Biden attended a DNC fundraising event in Charlotte NC in the morning. Just before 1 PM, he attended a fundraising event for Sen Hagen in Chapel Hill NC.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:30 AM. Next, he delivered a statement about the Affordable Care Act at 11:35 AM. A little later, he left the White House at 1 PM and flew to Cleveland Ohio where he tourec ArcelorMittal and delivered remarks. He then flew to Philadelphia at spoke at a Democratic DSCC fundraising event. Lastly, he flew back to Washington DC.
• Michelle Obama was the keynote speaker at a Veterans Institute workshop at Walt Disney World in Florida.
• VP Biden delivered remarks at a DNC fundrasiser in Atlanta GA.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:05 AM. Then at 10:50 AM, he met with faith leaders. At 3:30 PM, he delivered remarks at the Department of Interior Tribal Nations Conference. Lastly, he met with Secretary of State John Kerry (4:30 PM), and with Secretary of Defense Hagel (5:15 PM).

Losing your health care? Don't worry. President Obama is fundraising!

As millions of Americans across the country are worried about replacing their cancelled health care policies, President Obama, Mrs. Obama, and VP Biden turned their efforts to DNC Fundrasing events around the country.

During the past week, Mr. Obama attended 3 fundraising events in Dallas TX and 2 in Miami FL. In between, he: played a round of golf with Alonzo Mourning; hosted a breakfast, a lunch, a dinner, and a movie screening event; spoke in New Orleans LA; and met once with tribal leaders and Secretary of Treasury Lew. He also found time to receive 3 daily briefings.

President Obama golfing with Alonzo Mourning (from nbcmiami.com )

Mrs. Obama flew to Pittsburgh PA to attend a DNC fundraising event, spoke at a high school, and hosted a workshop for children wanting to make careers in film making.

VP Biden attended 2 fundraising events also. One was in Baltimore MD and one in Cleveland OH.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (18 hours total):

• President Obama: White House to Dallas Texas (round trip) : 6 hours
• President Obama: White House to New Orleans LA, to Miami FL, and back to Washington DC : 2.5 + 2.0 + 2.5 = 7 hours
• Michelle Obama: White House to Pittsburgh PA (round trip)  : 2 hours
• VP Biden : Washington DC to Cleveland OH : 3 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday November 6 through Tuesday November 12 2013.


Tuesday, November 12, 2013

• First, President Obama received a daily briefing at 11 AM. Second, he met with tribal leaders at 11:45 AM. This was followed by a lunch at Molly Malone's where he and VP Biden treated 5 service members. Mr Obama was then free until 5:30 PM when he met with combatant commanders and military leadership who he later treated to a dinner at 7:30 PM (Mrs Obama and the Biden's also attended dinner).
• Michelle Obama delivered remarks at a DC high school.

Monday, November 11, 2013

• President Obama hosted a breakfast honoring veterans and their families at 9:00 AM (Mr. Biden also attended). This was followed by an 11 AM wreath-laying ceremony attended by the Bidens and Obamas.

Saturday, November 9, 2013

• President Obama played a round of golf with Alonzo Mourning at Grande Oaks golf club. Afterward, he left Miami at 3:25 PM and flew back to Washington DC.

Friday, November 8, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 9:05 AM and flew to New Orleans where he toured the Port of New Orleans and delivered remarks. He left at 2:10 PM and flew to Miami Florida where he attended 3 Democratic fundraising events.
• Michelle Obama hosted a workshop for high school students interested in film making.
• VP Biden attended a Demcratic DSCC fundraising event in Baltimore MD in the early afternoon. At night, he attended the Second Annual Louis L. Redding Benefit and Awards Gala in Wilmington, Del.

Thursday, November 7, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 am. He then met with Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew at 1:30 PM. In the afternoon, he sat with Chuch Todd of NBC News and stated that he would look into why Americans are losing their health insurance. Lastly, he hosted a screening of 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' at 6 PM.

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:20 AM. Then, he left the White House and flew to Dallas Texas where he participated in an Affordable Care Act event. This was followed by 2 DSCC fundraising events.
• Michelle Obama attended a DNC fundraising event in Pittsburgh PA
• VP Biden attended a DSCC fundraising event in Cleveland OH after speaking at the CSX Northwest Ohio in North Baltimore, Ohio.

Entertainment and fundraising were Obama's primary activities last week

As milliions of American individuals begin to receive cancellation notices from their health care providers, the top two chief executives of the U.S. and their families spent their week entertaining themselves and attending Democratic fundraising events.

President Obama set the standard by: greeting visitors to the White House; having lunch with VP Biden; honoring the Chicago Blackhawks hockey team; playing a round of golf; attending Democratic events (DNC, DCCC, OFA) in Boston MA, Washington DC, and Virginia.

Michelle Obama hosted a Diwali celebration, a Halloween Party and a Garden Harvest at the White House.

Vice President Biden: flew to Austin Texas to attend a campaingn event; went to a campaign rally in Virginia; and spoke at a West Virginia Democratic dinner. Plus, he hosted an evening reception for breast cancer awareness.

As for official business, the President received 5 daily briefings, met with his senior advisers once, and with Senator Booker and Secretary of Defense Hagel.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (10 houts total):

• President Obama: White House to Boston MA (round trip)  : 3 hours
• VP Biden : White House to Austin Texas (round trip)  : 7 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday October 3 through Tuesday November 5 2013.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. Then, at 11:30 AM, he met with business leaders to discuss immigration reform. This was followed by a 12:30 PM lunch with VP Biden. Mr. Obama then left the White House at 2:10 PM and traveled to Bethesda MD and visited Walter Reed Medical Center and Fisher House. The President and First Lady also greeted visitors touring the White House.
• Michelle Obama delivered remarks at the White House Diwali celebration.
• VP Joe Biden and wife Jill hosted a reception for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the evening.

Monday, November 4, 2013

• President Obama began the day at 11 AM with a daily briefing. At 11:45 AM, he met with senior advisers. In the afternoon, he honored the Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks at the White House (2:10 PM). this was followed with a 4:15 PM meeting with Secretary Hagel. He spent the evening attending an Organizing for Action event and dinner.
• VP Biden attended a campaign event for Terry McAuliffe.

Sunday, November 3, 2013

• President Obama delivered remarks at a 2 PM campaign event rally for Terry McAuliffe.

Saturday, November 2, 2013

• President Obama played his 38th round of golf this year with college friends and a White House aide.
• VP Biden gave the keynote speech at the West Virginia Democratic Party’s 2013 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.

Friday, November 1, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Lastly, he met with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki at 2:10 PM.
• VP Biden, and Valerie Jarrett, met with disabilities rights and veterans advocacy groups.

Halloween, Thursday, October 31, 2013

• President Obama started with a 10:45 AM daily briefing. He was free until the afternoon, when he delivered remarks at SelectUSA Investment Summit at 1:30 PM. A little later (3:15 PM), he met with the newly elected Senator Cory Booker. Then, starting at 5:15 PM, he and Michelle hosted a trick-or-treat Halloween party.

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. He then left the White House at 12:55 PM and flew to Boston MA where he first spoke about health care. Afterward, he attended a 5:35 PM DCCC campaign fundraising event. He flew back to Washington DC and arrived back at the White House at 8:45 PM.
• Michelle Obama hosted school children to the White House Garden Harvest.
• VP Biden flew to Austin Texas and attended a DNC event at a private residence.  

Airplanes, buses, receptions, and tennis to avoid Syria, Egypt, plus ongoing IRS and Benghazi scandals

The latter part of last  week was occupied by President Obama's 2 day bus tour from Buffalo NY to Scranton PA. The purpose was to promote college affordability.  Along the way, he stopped in 6 cities and was joined in part or all by VP Biden and Secretary of Education Duncan.

White House photo of President Obama in Tully NY

When the weekend began, Mrs. Obama flew to New York City to attend the U.S. Open. Mr. Obama remained in Washington and most likely golfed.

As this week began, the President focused on national interests by receiving daily briefings two days in a row. He also met with a group of mayors, presented the Medal of Honor, greeted Debate Champions, and is hosting a "March on Washington" reception at the White House.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time ( 8.25 hours total):

• Mrs. Obama and daughters : Washington DC to New York City (round trip): 3 hours
• VP Biden : Washington DC to Houston TX : 3 hours
• President Obama (VP Biden and Arne Duncan): White House to Buffalo NY : 1.25 hours
• President Obama (VP Biden and Arne Duncan): Scranton PA to Washington DC : 1 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday August 21 through Tuesday August 27 2013.

Today, Tuesday, August 27, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. His next appointment is at 2 PM, when he will meet with mayors about reducing youth violence. Lastly, he and wife Michelle will host a reception for the March on Washington at 7:30 PM.
• Mrs Obama is hosting a private screening of: "The Powerbroker: Whitney Young’s Fight for Civil Rights.”
• VP Biden hosted a breakfast meeting with Secretary of State John Kerry. Afterward, he will fly to Houston Texas where he will delivers remarks at The American Legion National Convention.

50th Anniversary of March on Washington (from msnbc.com - Photo by Paul J. Richards/AFP/Getty Images)

Monday, August 26, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10 AM. Then, at 11:30 AM, he met with faith leaders. Mr. Obama next awarded the Medal of Honor to Staff Sgt Ty M. Carter at 2:10 PM. He ended the day after a 4:15 pm meet and greet with the 2103 Urban Debate National Champions.

Saturday, August 24, 2013

• Michelle Obama flew to New York City to see a Broadway play and attend the U.S. Open. To justify expensing this to the the American taxpayers, Mrs. Obama delivered remarks and participated in Arthur Ashe Kid's Day.

At Kids's Day (from nydailynews.com photo: Cory Sipkin/New York Daily News)

Friday, August 23, 2013

• Leaving Syracuse, President Obama made a visit to the Tully Junior-Senior High School soccar practice in Tully NY. Then, he participated in a town hall meeting at 12:45 PM at Binghamton University in Binghamton NY. After that, he drove to Scranton PA, where both he and VP Biden delivered remarks on college affordability at Lackawanna College. He left Scranton at 5:50 PM and flew back to DC. He was back at the White House at 7:05 PM.

Thursday, August 22, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 9 AM and flew to Buffalo NY where he began a 2 day bus tour. In Buffalo, he delivered remarks at the University of Buffalo (11:23 AM). Next, he drove to Rochester NY and spoke to college students, graduates and educators at Magnolia's Deli & Cafe in Rochester NY. Then, he drove to Syracuse NY where he spoke at Henninger High School at 6:25 PM.

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

• Although nothing was listed on the official White House agenda, President Obama participated in a video conference about the Affordable Care Act (photo of the day).

MV Vacation's over! So, now it's time to honor another football team

If you have ever been to Martha's Vineyard, you will know why President Obama wants to return every year for a family vacation. This year, the weather was beautiful, and Mr. Obama was able to play 6 rounds of golf, dine at some fabulous restaurants, and spend some time on a private beach.

Great Image from gadling.com

The following links provide some very interesting pictures and summaries of Mr. Obama's vacation.

• Obamas Leave Martha's Vineyard After 8-Day Vacation
• Obama family wraps up Martha's Vineyard vacation
• The Obamas' 2013 summer vacation

But, all good things come to an end and the family returned to the White House late Sunday night.

Back at work, the President received 2 daily briefings and met once with his senior advisers once. He also met with financial regulators.

Today, he is spending the afternoon honoring the 1972 Champion Miami Dolphins.

Also today, the First Family introduced a new female dog that they purchased. it is another Portuguese Water Dog named Sunny.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (4 hours total):

• President Obama (and family): Martha's Vineyard to White House : 2 hours
• Obama daughters : White House to Martha's Vineyard : 2 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday August 14 through Tuesday August 20 2013.


Today, Tuesday, August 20, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 PM. Next at 2 PM, and lastly, he honors the 1972 Miami Dolphins at the White House.

1972 Miami Dolphins - from addmorejuice.com

Monday, August 19, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 11 AM. After, he met with his senior advisers at 11:45 AM. He completed his workday by meeting with finzncial regulators at 2:15 PM.

Sunday, August 18, 2013

• After finishing a day of golf, the President and his family left Martha's Vineyard and returned to Washington DC.

Thursday, August 15, 2013

• President Obama although on vacation, made a statement about the unrest in Egypt.
• The two daughters of Mr. & Mrs. Obama arrived in Martha's Vineyard.

The Birthday Boy played Golf

Since President Obama celebrated his 52nd birthday last Sunday, it was a very light work week for him. He managed to attend 2 daily briefings, meet with his senior advisers once, Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew, and the President of Yemen.

On the serious side, he received 2 sports teams at the White House: members of the former Negro League, and the UConn Huskies Women's Basketball Team.

In addition, he flew in 11 friends from Hawaii and Chicago to play golf last Saturday. And then, the whole group went to Camp David for Mr. Obama's Birthday Party.

Today, he is off to California to tape a guest appearance on the Tonight Show.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (6 hours total):

• President Obama : White House to Phoenix AZ to Los Angeles CA : ( 4.5 + 1.5 ) = 6 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday July 31 through Tuesday August 6 2013.

Today, Tuesday, August 6, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 10:10 AM and flew to Phoenix Arizona where he will tour Erickson Construction and speak. Afterward, he will fly to Los Angeles CA. Once there, he will tape an appearance on Jay Leno's "Tonight Show".

Monday, August 5, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 AM. Next, he met with his senior advisers (10:45 AM). The next scheduled appointment was a meeting at 6 PM where he met with baseball players of the former Negro League.

Sunday, August 4, 2013

• President Obama returned to the White House.

Saturday, August 3, 2013

• President Obama played 18 holes of golf with 11 of his friends from Hawaii and Chicago. He then went to Camp David and hosted a birthday party for himself.

Friday, August 2, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10 AM.

Thursday, August 1, 2013

• President Obama had lunch with VP Biden at 12:45 PM. Then, at 2:15 PM, he met with bipartisan members of Congress. At 3:45 PM, he held a meeting with President Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi of the Republic of Yemen.  Lastly, he held a reception for the 50th Anniversary of the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law at 5:55 PM.

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

• President Obama met with the House Democratic Caucus at 10:10 AM. After, he met with the Senate Democratic Caucus (11:25 AM). He then welcomed the 2013 NCAA Women's Basketball Champion UConn Huskies to the White House at 2:10 PM. He finished the day with a 4:30 meeting with Jack Lew.

44 Hours of flying, Iftar Dinner, SF Giants, Lunch with Hillary, and a round of Golf

President Obama booked 13 hours on Air Force One this past week while VP Biden and family totaled 31 hours in the air. Between the two, they visited 3 countries and 7 different cities.

When not in the air, Mr. Obama hosted an Iftar Dinner, lunch with Hillary Clinton, and welcomed the San Francisco Giants to the White House. He also golfed his 22nd round this weekend.

Do you think they discussed what Anthony Weiner may know about Benghazi?

In between, the President received 2 daily briefings, met once with his senior advisers, and once with Secretary of Defense Hagel. He also spent one full day at Camp David with members of his cabinet and their families (and perhaps other invitees from the Iftar Dinner).

His most notable quotes this week were (President Obama Hosts Iftar Dinner at the White House):

• "Throughout our history, Islam has contributed to the character of our country, ..."
• "Every day, Muslim Americans are helping to shape the way that we think and the way that we work and the way that we do business ..."
• "But with this endless parade of distractions and political posturing and phony scandals,  ... " (Remarks by the President on the Economy -- Knox College, Galesburg, IL)

They were only 4 white Americans.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (44 hours total):

• President Obama : White House to Chattanooga TN  (round trip)  : 2 hours
• President Obama : White House to Jacksonville Florida  (round trip)  : 2 hours
• President Obama : White House to Galesburg Illinois to  Warrensburg Missouri to Washington DC ( 4+2.5+2.5): 9 hours
• Vice President Biden (and family): Honolulu Hawaii to Washington DC  : 10 hours
• Vice President Biden (and family): Sinagpore to Honolulu Hawaii : 15.5 hours
• Vice President Biden (and family): Mumbai India to Sinagpore : 5.5 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday July 24 through Tuesday July 30 2013.

Today, Tuesday, July 30, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10 AM. He then leave the White House at 10:45 AM and flies to Chattanooga TN where he will tour the Amazon Fulfillment Center and deliver remarks. He is back on Air Force One at 3:05 PM and returns to Washington DC where he will meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel. Additionally, Politico says he is meeting with the lead Israeli and Palestinian negotiators sometime during the day.
• VP Biden treated Hillary Clinton to breakfast at the Naval Observatory.

Monday, July 29, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. After, he met with his senior advisers at 11 AM. Next, he hosts a lunch with Hillary Clinton at 12 noon. Then at 2:05 PM, it was sports time. Mr. Obama welcomed the 2012 World Series Champions San Franciso Giants to the White House. Shortly thereafter (2:455 PM), he met with civil rights leaders.

Saturday, July 27, 2013

• President Obama delivered remarks about the 60th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice. Afterward, he went golfing.
• VP Biden and his wife visited U.S. Service members and Defense Department employees at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam in Honolulu Hawaii.

Friday, July 26, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 9:30 AM and spent the day at Camp David with cabinet members and their families. He returned back to the White House about 7 PM.
• VP Biden toured the Pratt & Whitney aircraft engine overhaul facility in Singapore.

Thursday, July 25, 2013

• President Obama held a bilateral meeting with President Truong Tan Sang of Vietnam at 10:15 AM. He then left the White House and flew to Jacksonville Florida where he toured the Jacksonville Port Authority and delivered remarks. He arrived back in the White House at at 5:35 PM. Then, at 8:45 PM, he hosted an Iftar dinner to select guests and honored several Muslims. He also attended a meeting with leaders who work with the disability community.
• VP Biden met with women at the India Institute of Technology in Mumbai. Afterward, he and Jill flew to Singapore.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 10 AM and flew to Galesburg Illinois where he spoke at Knox College. He then flew to Warrensburg Missouri and delivered remarks at the University of Central Missouri. After 6 PM, he boarded Air Force One again and returned to the White House.
• VP Biden delivered remarks regarding the U.S./India partnership at the Bombay Stock Exchange.

Beyonce, La Raza, Louisville Cardinals, and Golf for the Obama's; India and Singapore for the Biden's

July 2013 is travel, spending, and entertaining month for the Obama's and Biden's even though the taxpaying citizens of the United States are still barred from visiting the White House.

During this past week, we treated Mrs. Obama and her two girls to a Beyonce Concert in Chicago, and then flew the First Lady to New Orleans LA to attend a La Raza event.

Meanwhile, Mr. and Mrs. Biden departed the Washington DC area and flew to India to begin a 6 day tour of India and Singapore.

President Obama, however, remained back in Washington. But, he treated himself by entertaining the Louisville Cardinals basketball team, attending 2 Organizing for Action events, and playing a round of golf.

As for work, Mr. Obama's agenda indicated that he received a daily briefing each weekday morning, met once with his senior advisers, and once with John Kerry. He also made a few statements, and had lunch with VP Biden. Additionally, he hosted a reception at the White House for the Diplomatic Corps.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (27 hours total):

• Michelle Obama (and girls): White House to Chicago IL (round trip) : 4 hours
• VP Biden (and family): Washington DC to New Delhi India : 18 hours
• Michelle Obama : White House to New Orleans LA (round trip) : 5 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday July 17 through Tuesday July 23 2013.

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 AM. He then met with members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus at 10:45 AM. He ended the day after honoring the 2013 NCAA Men’s Basketball Champions, the Louisville Cardinals in the White House.
• Michelle Obama delivered remarks about childhood obesity at the 2013 National Council of La Raza Conference in New Orleans LA.
• VP Biden met with: Sushma Swaraj of the Bharatiya Janata Party at the Taj Palace Hotel; Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh; and Indian President Pranab Mukherjee.

Monday, July 22, 2013

• President Obama began the day with a 10:45 AM presidential briefing. Then, at 3:00 PM, he met with Secretary of State Kerry. In the evening, he delivered remarks at two different Organizing for Action events.
• VP Biden along with his wife, Jill, arrived in New Delhi India.

Saturday, July 20, 2013

• President Obama played his 132nd round of golf as president, which was the 21st time this year.

Friday, July 19, 2013

• Mister Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. At 1:30 PM, he made a statement about Trayvon Martin. An hour later the afternoon, he met with his senior advisers at 2:45 PM. He ended the day by hosting a reception for the Diplomatic Corps at 5:00 PM.
• VP Biden discussed immigration reform with law enforcement officials.

Thursday, July 18, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 AM. Then, he delivered a statement about Obamacare at 11:25 AM. Lastly, he participated in an Ambassador Credentialing Ceremony at 3 PM.
• Michelle Obama attended a Urban Alliance Youth Event in Chicago with Rahm Emanuel and Amy Rule.
• VP Biden attended an event hosted for the Center for American Progress, and delivered remarks about U.S. policy towards the Asia Pacific region.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

• President Obama had a daily briefing at 10 AM. Next, he made a personnel statement regarding the appointment of Richard Cordray. He finished the day by having lunch with VP Biden at 12:30 PM.
• Michelle Obama, along with her daughters, attended a Beyonce Concert in Chicago IL.

President Obama is not a dull boy

They say: "All work and no play, make Jack a dull boy".

So, not wanting to be a dull boy, President Obama spent very little time working this past week. During this time, he received daily briefings each weekday. He also met with: his senior advisers once; Senators McCain and Schumer; two Chinese dignitaries; and Secretary of State Kerry.

He also entertained former President George H. W. Bush, and members of the 1963 Loyola University of Chicago Ramblers championship basketball team.

Last Friday, his day was done after the morning daily briefing, and today he spent interviewing with Spanish news anchors.

However, Mr. Obama did find time to attend a DNC event at the Jefferson Hotel last Thursday evening. Tickets for those attending cost $32,400 each.


Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time ( 0 hours total ):

• No flights recorded by the President or Vice President.

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday July 10 through Tuesday July 16 2013.


Today, Tuesday, July 16, 2013

• President Obama started the workday at 9:45 AM with a daily briefing. The remainder of the day, from 11:00 AM onward, he devoted his time to being interviewed by Spanish news anchors.

Monday, July 15, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10 AM. Then, at 12:05 PM, he and Michelle ate lunch with former President George H. W. Bush, Barbara Bush, and other Bush family members. Afterward, the Obamas joined the Bushs in honoring the 5,000th Daily Point of Light Award winner.

Friday, July 12, 2013

• Mister Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM.

Thursday, July 11, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:30 AM. He then met with Senators McCain and Schumer to discuss immigration reform at 10:15 AM. Next, the President met with the 1963 Loyola University of Chicago Ramblers championship basketball team (12:10 PM). This was followed by a 3:45 PM meeting with Chinese Vice Premier Wang Yang and State Councilor Yang Jiechi. Lastly, he attended a DNC event at 5:30 PM.

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

• President Obama began the day with a 9:30 AM daily briefing. Then at 10:15 AM, he met with his senior advisers. At 11 AM, Mr. Obama met with members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. In the afternoon, he awarded the 2012 National Medal of Arts and National Humanities Medal (2:00 PM). Finally, he ended the day after meeting with Secretary of State Kerry at 4:00 PM.
• Michelle Obama delivered remarks to mayors and other local officials engaged in Let’s Move!

A Fourth of July BBQ & Concert, Golfing, and a Ramadan Statement keep Obama Happy

After returning from a luxurious week in Africa, President Obama and family arrived back at the White House in time for their 4th of July bash. The day was filled with barbeque fun, television stars, and featured a concert by the band Fun.  In the evening, the President delivered a magnificent fireworks show to both the invited guests, and the residents of Washington DC.

Fun performing at the White House (nydailynews.com)

On Friday, he took his family to Camp David for the weekend. While the family's schedule was private, Mr. Obama enjoyed a few rounds of golf with his close friends.

Unfortunately, a portion of his time was interrupted by conduction official business due to the administration's surveillance of foreign governments and the Egyptian overthrow of President Morsi.

Now that he is finished vacationing, Mr. Obama began working again. During the first 2 days of the week, he received two daily briefings, held a Cabinet Meeting, and meetings with Secretaries Lew and Hagel, and the Congressional Black Caucus. The President also delivered a few statements to the public, the most important of which as about the month long "Occasion of Ramadan".

Links to Interesting Reading

• Happy 4th of July, from our family to yours': Lena Dunham celebrates Independence Day at the White House with beau Jack Antonoff
• Fun. to play the White House on Fourth of July, will stream live; hint at new album plans
• Obama signals he WILL be working during his Camp David weekend, with BlackBerry strapped to his belt and a briefing book in hand
• Statement by the President on the Occasion of Ramadan

President Obama back to work and not too happy looking

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (10 hours total):

• VP Biden (and wife): Washington DC to Prescott Arizona (round trip) : 10 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday July 3 through Tuesday July 9 2013.

Today, Tuesday, July 9, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:30 AM. Then at 10:30 AM, he met with members of the Congressional Black Caucus. In the afternoon, he has 2 meetings. The first is at 2:35 PM with Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew. The second is at 4:30 PM with Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel.
• At noon, Michelle Obama hosts the second annual Kids’ "State Dinner" at the White House.
• VP Biden and his wife will attend a memorial service in Prescott AZ for the 19 firefighters who lost their lives battling the wildfires.

Monday, July 8, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:30 AM. Next, he held a Cabinet Meeting at 10:30 AM. Immediately after, he met with selected leaders of health technology. Afterward (11:50 AM), he made a statement about his Management Agenda. He also make a Statement about the Occasion of Ramadan. He also announced: his nomination of various individuals for Administration Posts; and who he will send to attend the Inauguration Ceremony of the President of Mongolia.

Sunday, July 7, 2013

• President Obama O and his family returned to the White House.

Saturday, July 6, 2013

• President Obama convened a conference call with the National Security Council regarding the situation in Egypt.

Friday, July 5, 2013

• President Obama went to Camp David for the weekend with his family. There, he went golfing with North Carolina Democrat Martin Nesbitt and Dr. Eric Whitaker.

Thursday, July 4, 2013

• President Obama hosted a 4th of July barbecue on the South Lawn that included fireworks and a performance by Indie band Fun.

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

• President Obama spoke to Chancellor Merkel of Germany regarding U.S. surveillance activities targeted at European allies and partners. He also made a statement about Egypt.

US Taxpayers treat "hardly working" Obama & family to $60 Million African tour

Less than 2 weeks after taking his family, including his mother-in-law and half-sister, to Ireland and Germany, President Obama embarked on a week long African tour. The group visited Senegal, South Africa, and Tanzania.

Officially, the reason for the trip was "to reinforce U.S. commitment to expanding economic growth, meaning we taxpayers will be sending more money to those counties".

Estimates for this vacation range from $60 to $100 million. But, since the family has removed public visitors from the White House, stopped Armed Forces participation in Air Shows, eliminated fireworks from various Army, Marine, Navy, and Air Force bases, and furloughed various workers, cost is not a factor.

Joining Mr. Obama on the trip was his wife, children, mother-in-law, and niece.

During this time, Mr. Obama did not participate in any daily briefings or work with senior advisers. However, he did find time to call certain Congressional leaders for the purpose to persuade them to open America's doors to illegal immigrants. 

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Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (36 hours total):

• President Obama (and family):  Dar es Salaam Tanzania to White House  : 15 hours
• President Obama (and family):  Cape Town South Africa to Dar es Salaam Tanzania : 4.5 hours
• President Obama (and family):  Dakar Senegal to Cape Town South Africa:8 hours
• President Obama (and family):  White House to Dakar Senegal  : 8.5  hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday June 26 through Tuesday July 2 2013.


Today, Tuesday, July 2, 2013

• President Obama met with Embassy personnel in Dar es Salaam Tanzania. Then he participated in a wreath laying ceremony at the 1998 Embassy Bombing Memorial. After that, he went to the Ubungo Symbion Power Plant to watch a "Soccket Ball" demonstration, toured the facility, and delivered remarks. Lastly, he and the First Family boarded Air Force One and flew back to Washington DC.

Monday, July 1, 2013

From Politico Photo Gallery

• President Obama left Cape Town South Africa and flew to Dar Es Salaam Tanzania. There, he participated in a number of ceremonies, and had dinner with President Kikwets.

Sunday, June 30, 2013

• The Obama family visited Robben Island, former prison where Nelson Mandela was held.

Saturday, June 29, 2013

• President Obama took part in various ceremonies and meetings.

Friday, June 28, 2013

• President Obama participated in a "Feed the Future Food Security" event. Then, they left Senegal and flew to South Africa.

 
Thursday, June 27, 2013

• Mr. Obama and family arrived at the Presidential Palace and was welcomed by President Macky Sall of the Republic of Senegal. Next, he attended few meetings and the family traveled  to Goree Island where they toured Maison Des Esclaves. That was followed by dinner with President Sall.

From Politico Photo Gallery

 Wednesday, June 26, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 8:45 AM along with his family and they all flew to Dakar Senegal.

Mr. Obama evades scandals by attending fundraisers, meeting foreign Presidents, hosting a movie screenings and football team, and golfing (of course)

President Obama spent around 17 hours this week flying to North Carolina and various cities in California.  In addition, he visited a Middle School, attended 3 fundraising events, had lunch with the Vice President, welcomed the Baltimore Ravens to the White House, hosted a private movie screening at the White House, and played a round of golf.

On the official side, he: met with the Presidents of Peru and China; made 2 personnel announcements; met once with Secretaries Lew and Hagel, and his senior advisers; delivered two personnel announcements and received 3 daily briefings. All together, these activities accounted for 16 hours of his time.

Obviously missing from his agenda is any time devoted to the discussion of the current scandals, or the planning and updates of the IRS and NSA spying on American citizens.

In addition to Mr. Obama's campaign fundraising efforts, both Vice President Biden and Michelle Obama attended two other fundraisers as well.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (21 hours total):

• President Obama: White House to Mooresville NC : 1.5 hours
• President Obama: Mooresville NC to San Jose CA (Palo Alto): 6.5 hours
• President Obama: San Jose CA to Los Angeles CA: 1.5 hours
• President Obama: Los Angeles CA to Palm Springs CA: 1 hour
• President Obama: Palm Springs CA to Washington DC : 6.5 hours
• VP Biden & Wife: Washington DC to New York City (round trip)  : 3 hours
• Michelle Obama: White House to Tyson's Corner, Virginia (round trip) : 1 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday June 5 through Tuesday June 11 2013.


Today, Tuesday, June 11, 2013

• President Obama started the day with a 9:30 AM daily briefing. At 11:20 AM, he holds a meeting with President Ollanta Humala of Peru. He is then free until 4:30 PM when he will meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel. Lastly, he hosts a private screening of "The Presidents' Gatekeepers" at the White House.
• VP Biden attends a campaign event for Rep. Ed Markey.

Monday, June 10, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Then at 11 AM, he delivered remarks about the Equal Pay Act. He then had a brief meeting with his senior advisers at 12 noon. This was followed by a 12:30 PM lunch with VP Biden. He finished the day after giving a 2:10 PM personnel announcement.

Saturday, June 8, 2013

• President Obama completed his meetings with President Xi Jinping and played a round of golf with his friends from Hawaii.

Friday, June 7, 2013

• President Obama spoke to reporters about the Affordable Care Act at 11:50 AM, then left San Jose CA and flew to Los Angeles where he attended a 3:00 PM DNC Fundraiser at a private residence. He then boarded Air Force One again at 5:05 PM and flew to Palm Springs CA where he spent two days with President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China at the Annenberg Retreat at Sunnylands in Rancho Mirage.

Thursday, June 6, 2013

• Mister Obama left the White House at 12:05 PM and flew to North Carolina where he toured the Mooresville Middle School and delivered remarks. He left NC at 4:15 PM and flew to California where he attended two DSCC campaign fundraising events. The first was at a private residence in Palo Alto, and the second was at a private residence in Portola Valley.
• Michelle Obama attended a fundraiser at the Sheraton Premiere Hotel in Tyson's Corner VA.

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. Afterward, he met with Secretary of Treasury Lew at 11 AM. Shortly after noon (12:10 PM), he welcomed the Super Bowl Champion Baltimore Ravens to the White House. He wrapped up his day after giving a 2:15 PM personnel announcement.
• VP Biden, and his wife Jill, attended a funeral service for Frank Lautenberg in New York City.

Another White House Concert and trips to 3 states keep Mr. Obama busy while the Biden's visit South America

As the scandals continue to unfold, the President avoids the controversies by separating himself from his governing duties.

During the past week, Mr. Obama received two daily briefings, and met once with his senior advisers, Secretary of Treasury Lew, and Secretary of Defense Hagel once.

The remainder of his time was spent traveling to Oklahoma, Maryland, and New Jersey. He also delivered a couple of speeches, hosted a breakfast, and participated in a Memorial Day wreath laying ceremony.

Carole King honored at White House

The highlight of his week was hosting another concert at the White House.

In order to prevent Vice President Biden from making any embarrassing statements, he and his wife are being treated to a week long getaway trip to Columbia, Trinidad, and Brazil.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (25 hours total):

• President Obama: White House to Asbury Park NJ (round trip)  : 3 hours
• President Obama: White House to Annapolis, MD (round trip)  : 1 hours
• President Obama: White House to Oklahoma City OK (round trip)  : 6 hours
• Vice President Biden & Wife: DC to Bogota Columbia to Trinidad : 5.5 + 2.5 = 8 hours
• Vice President Biden & Wife: Haiti and flew to Rio De Janeiro Brazil : 7 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday May 22 through Tuesday May 28 2013.

Today, Tuesday, May 28, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 10:05 AM and flew to Asbury Park, NJ. There, he tours the rebuilding progress and delivers remarks at 1:30 PM. He will then fly back to DC and meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel at 4:30 PM. Then, at 5:30 PM, he will make a speech from the East Room.
• Mr. & Mrs. Biden left Haiti and flew to RioDe Janeiro Brazil.

Monday, May 27, 2013

• President Obama, and his wife Michelle, hosted a 9:30 AM breakfast in honor of Gold Star Families. At 11:00 AM, he laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and delivered remarks at Arlington National Cemetery afterward.
• VP Biden met with Colombian President Juan Miguel Santos in Bogota. That night, the family flew to Trinidad and met with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar.

Sunday, May 26, 2013

• Mr. Obama left DC at 9:45 AM and flew to Oklahoma City and toured the tornado damage and met with victims and first responders. He returned to the White House at 7:30 PM.
• VP Biden and his wife Jill began a 6 day tour of South America and the Caribbean islands to discuss economic growth. On Sunday, they flew to Columbia.

Friday, May 24, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 9:20 AM and traveled to Annapolis MD, where he delivered the commencement address at the U.S. Naval Academy. He arrived back in DC at 1:10 PM, and signed a bill at 2:15 PM.

Thursday, May 23, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM, and then met with his senior advisers at 11 AM. He ate lunch with VP Biden at 12:30 PM, and then made a speech on counter-terrorism at 2:00 PM.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 AM. Then at 4:15 PM, he with Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew. In the evening, he and his wife hosted the Gershwin Prize Concert at the White House.

DNC fundrasing event in Dallas & White House Correspondent's Association Dinner the focus of Obama's energies

There was not much work for President Obama last week. During that time, he received only 2 daily briefings, met with  Secretary of Defense Hagel, King Abdullah II of Jordan, Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew, and U.S. business leaders with a significant presence in Mexico and Central America. He also had lunch with VP Biden, and made a few announcements.

But, he did deliver remarks to Planned Parenthood, the National Academy of Sciences, and attended a DNC fundraising event in Dallas TX. In order to justify the taxpayer expense for this DNC event, he attended the opening of the Bush Library and spoke at the Baylor University memorial service for those killed in the West, TX explosion.

The highlight for the President was his attendance and speaking engagement at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time:

• VP Biden: Washington to Sedona AZ (round trip)  : 12 hours
• Mr. & Mrs. Obama: Washington to Dallas TX (round trip)  : 6 hours
• VP Biden: Washington to Boston MA (round trip)  : 3 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday April 24 through Tuesday April 30 2013.

Today, Tuesday, April 30, 2013

• President Obama started the day at 10:30 by speaking with the press. At 11:45 AM, he will make an employment announcement for veterans and military spouses. Next, he will have lunch with VP Biden. He will be free until 4:30 PM, when he meets with Secretary of Defense Hagel.
• Mr. Biden hosted a breakfast for John Kerry. Later, he will join Mr. Obama in making an employment announcement. Shortly, after, the two will have lunch together. In the afternoon, he also meets with Chuck Hagel. However, in the evening, he will attend a event for his son, Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden.

Monday, April 29, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. Then, he delivered remarks at the National Academy of Sciences 150th Anniversary. Lastly, he made a personnel announcement at 2:10 PM. He also met with a courageous 7 year old boy who is fighting brain cancer.

Saturday, April 27, 2013

• President Obama delivered jokes and other remarks at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.

Friday, April 26, 2013

• President Obama delivered remarks to the Planned Parenthood Gala participants at 11:20 AM. In the afternoon, he held a meeting with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan (1:55 pm), and one with U.S. business leaders (3:00 PM).
• VP Biden met with President Mikheil Saakashvili of Georgia at the Enchantment Resort in Sedona AZ. He also attended the opening dinner for the McCain Institute.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

• President Obama, along with his wife, Mr. Obama delivered remarks at the George W. Bush Presidential Center Dedication Ceremony at 11:00 AM.  Then, at 3:00 PM, he delivered remarks at the memorial service at Baylor University. The two then left Dallas and flew back to Washington DC on Air Force One.
• VP Biden met with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan at 8:30 AM. In the afternoon, he met with gun safety advocates.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 11:45 AM. At 3:30 PM, he met with Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew. Then, both he and Michelle Obama boarded Air Force One and flew to Dallas TX in order to attend a DNC campaign fundraising event.
• Mr. Biden and his wife Jill flew to Boston MA to attend a memorial service for the slain MIT officer.

White House Dinners and Receptions Highlight Obama's Work Week

The big thing for President Obama this week was hosting dinners, receptions, and greeting important folks at the White House.  For dinners, he first entertained Democratic senators last Wednesday, and today we are feeding bipartisan women senators.  The President also welcomed the National Teacher of the Year, hosted the White House Science Fair, Wounded Warriors and hosted a reception for Greek Independence Day.

In addition to this hard work, he received 4 daily briefings, met with his senior advisers twice, Jack Lew once, and the Amir of Qatar.

Mr. Obama and Michelle escaped Washington one day by flying to Boston to attend an Interfaith Ceremony for the slain victims of the Boston bombings.


Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time:

• VP Biden and wife : Washington DC to New York City (round trip) : 3 hours
• VP Biden: Washington DC to Detroit MI (round trip) : 3 hours
• Mr. Obama & wife : White House to Boston MA ( round trip ) : 3 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday April 17 through Tuesday April 23 2013.

Today, Tuesday, April 23, 2013

• President Obama started the day with a 10:15 AM daily briefing. Then at 11 AM, he met with his senior advisers. At 2:15 PM, he will honor the 2013 National Teacher of the Year. One half hour later, he will meet with the Amir of Qatar. The President will end the day by hosting a dinner with a bipartisan group of women Senators.
• VP Biden meets with the Amir of Qatar.  In the evening, Joe and Jill Biden will travel to New York City and deliver remarks at the TIME 100 dinner at Lincoln Center.

Monday, April 22, 2013

• Mr. Obama received a daily briefing at 10:45 AM. He later viewed science fair projects at 1:35 PM. and then spoke at the White House Science Fair at 2:25 PM. Lastly, he observed a moment of silence honoring the victims of the Boston marathon bombings at 2:30 PM. He also called the Boston Police Commissioner and FBI agent-in-charge of the Boston bombings.
• Jill Biden hosted a reception honoring the 2013 National Teacher of the Year and State Teachers of the Year.

Sunday, April 21, 2013

• Michelle Obama went out to dinner with friends at the Cork Wine Bar in DC.

Saturday, April 20, 2013

• VP Joe Biden flew to Detroit MI and delivered keynote remarks at the Michigan Democratic Party’s 2013 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.

Friday, April 19, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Afterward, he met with his senior advisors at 11:15 PM.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

• Along with his wife Michelle, President Obama left the White House at 8:20 AM and flew to Boston MA. There, they attended and spoke at an Interfaith Service. They left Boston at 2:55 PM and flew back to DC. At 5:30 PM, Mr. Obama hosted a reception for Greek Independence Day.
• Mr. Biden hosted a breakfast with Secretary of Defense Hagel.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

• President Obama received the daily briefing at 10 AM. At noon, he met with Jack Lew. Four hours later, he welcomed the Wounded Warrior Project’s Soldier Ride to the White House. Then, he delivered remarks on gun violence at 5:30 PM. Finally, he ended the day with a White House dinner for Democratic Senators.