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).

The Government shutdown ended 2 weeks ago and everyone is back to work

In the past 14 days, President Obama received a daily briefing on each of the 10 weekdays. He also met with his senior advisers, Jack Lew, and John Kerry twice; and he met with Secretary of Defense Hagel once.

Also on his agenda was having lunch with VP Biden three times. But, we know everything is back to normal when the President, Mrs. Obama, and the Vice President all resume attending Democratic National Committee events and fundraisers again.

Yes, Mr. Obama knows where his bread is buttered: both from the working American taxpayers who have to pay for his political activities, and from his democratic supporters looking for political favors.

A lunch stop at UJunior's Cheesecake in Brooklyn NY

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (3 hours total):

• President Obama : White House to New York City (round trip)  : 3 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the two weeks from Wednesday October 16 through Tuesday October 29 2013.

Today, Tuesday, October 29, 2013

• President Obama receives a daily briefing at 10:15 AM before meeting with his senior advisors at 11 AM. Next, he has a brief 11:45 AM meeting with CEO's regarding Cybersecurity. Then, he has a 12:30 lunch with VP Biden. In the afternoon, he will speak at a memorial services for Tom Foley at 3 PM. Lastly, he will meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel at 4:45 PM.

Monday, October 28, 2013

• President Obama received a 10 AM daily briefing. At noon, he delivered remarks at the installation of FBI Director James Comey. Lastly, he met with Secretary of State Kerry at 3:45 PM. He also spoke to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the phone.

Friday, October 25, 2013

• President Obama received a 10:45 AM daily briefing. Then, at 1:20 PM, he left the White House and flew to New York City. Once there, he visited and spoke at a P-TECH high school classroom at 3:25 PM. Then he was off to 2 Democratic fundraisers, one at 7 PM, and the second at 8:10 PM. He returned to the White House around 11  PM.
• Michelle Obama greeted the USO Volunteer of the year and other honorees along with Jill Biden at 1:45 AM.  Shortly after (2:15 PM), she spoke at the (Democratic) Women’s Leadership Forum (WLF) National Issues Conference.
• VP Biden met with Italian Senate President Pietro Grasso at 10 AM. In the evening (6:45 PM), he and his wife attended and spoke at the Annual Issues Conference of the Democratic National Committee’s Women’s Leadership Forum at the Newseum.

Thursday, October 24, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:45 AM. This was followed by a 10:35 AM immigration reform speech. In the afternoon, he participated in the DNC's Women's Leadership Forum (4:50 PM). Additionally, he met with Rahm Emanuel in the Oval Office.

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:45 AM. That was followed by a 12:30 lunch with VP Biden. Next, he held a bilateral meeting with Pakistani PM Sharif (2:10 PM). Lastly, he met with Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew.

Meeting with Rahm Emanuel

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Tuesday, October 22, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 12 noon.
• VP Biden met with Prime Minister Victor Ponta of Romania. Then, he attended a  meeting of the U.S.-China Dialogue at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Monday, October 21, 2013

• President Obama had a daily briefing at 10:30 AM and then delivered remarks about Obamacare at 11:25 AM.

Friday, October 18, 2013

• President Obama received a daily brefing at 11:15 AM. Then at noon, he met with his senior advisers. He ended the day after making a 2 PM personnel announcement.

Thursday, October 17, 2013

• President Obama started the day with a 9:45 AM daily briefing. This was followed by delivering a statement at 11 AM about the government reopening after the shutdown. Next, he held a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Letta at 11:30; and then lunch with the PM at 12:45 PM.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. Next, he had lunch with VP Biden at 12:30. In the afternoon, he met with Secretaries Lew and Kerry (2:25 PM and 3:05 PM respectively). Lastly, he delivered a statement at 8:25 PM.

The Government Shuts Down on same day the Affordable Health Care Act becomes the law

The week leading to the the October 1st Government Shutdown and the kickoff of the Obamacare exchange implementation was quite busy for President Obama. During this time, he: received 4 daily briefings; met with Prime Ministers Netanyahu and Singh, Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew, his speech writing Director; and held a Cabinet meeting.

While the President refused to work with Congress to negotiate an American budget (one of his elected duties), Mr. Obama instead chose to make a historic phone call to the President of Iran, offering to work together with him. Thus, it seems the President was telling American that he is more interested in Iran than he is in our own country.

American Taxpayers paid for this

Hoping to make sure the October 1 implementation of Obamacare is a success,  Mr. Obama called several local officials and traveled to Maryland to delivered a speech selling this product.

An Executive week would not be complete if the President did not participate in a Democratic fundraising event. So, last Thursday, the pockets were greased when Mr. Obama attended a local DNC event. This came one day after VP Biden flew to New York City to attend a different DNC fundraising event there.



Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (3 hours total):

• VP Biden : Washington DC to New York City (round trip)  : 3 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday September 25 through Tuesday October 1 2013.

Today, Tuesday, October 1, 2013

• President Obama receives a daily briefing at 11 AM. Then at noon, he will meet with beneficiaries of Obamacare (according to Politico). However, the White House website indicates the President will have no public agenda items this day.

Monday, September 30, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. That was followed with a bilateral meeting with Netanyahu at 11:15 AM, and a 12:20 PM working lunch. At 4:45 PM, the President delivered a statement about the impending Government shutdown. Lastly, he held a Cabinet meeting at 5 PM.

Saturday, September 28, 2013

• President  Obama played his 35th round of golf this year.
• Jill Biden attended the homecoming ceremony of the Delaware National Guard 153rd Military Police Police.

Friday, September 27, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Next, he held an 11:30 AM meeting with Prime Minister Singh of India. Next, he held a phone call with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani. He ended the day after making a 3:30 PM statement about the call.
• Michelle Obama hosted a tea for the wife of PM Singh

Mr. Obama talks about Obamacare at St. George's Community College

Thursday, September 26, 2013

• President Obama delivered remarks about the Affordable Care Act at 10:55 AM at Prince Gorge's Community College in Largo MD. His only other appointmetn awas a 4:25 PM Democratic National Committee fundrasising event.
• VP Biden met with members of Congress and talked about the Obama's plan for Western Hemisphere involvement.

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 11 AM. Next, he met with his senior advisers at 11:45 AM. In the afternoon, he participated in ca call with mayors, county officials, and state legislators on the Affordable Care Act; and also met with his Speechwriting Director, Cody Keenan. Afterward, he met with Secretary Lew at 4:30 PM.
• VP Biden - attended a DNC fundraising event in New York City. He also met with President Mujica of Uruguay, VP Al-Khuzaie of Iraq. Last, he delivered remarks at the Clinton Global Citizen Awards.

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).

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.

Air Force One and Two booked 19 hours in the air, seven hours more than Obama actually worked

The President, First Lady, and the entire Vice Presidential family were busy flying to various locations. All together, the four of them booked around 19 flight hours. While the Vice President completed his South American junket, Mr. Obama flew to Chicago IL to attend 2 democratic fundraisers; and Mrs. Obama flew to Boston MA and New York City to attend 3 fundraisers.

With regard to conducting this nations business, President Obama received 4 daily briefings and met with his senior advisers twice. He also met with the President of Chile and the NATO Secretary General. Additionally, he delivered 2 statements, announced the appointment of several personnel, visited Walter Reed Hospital, and had lunch with VP Biden. When combined, he spent approximately 12 hours tending to official USA business.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time (19 hours total):

• President Obama: White House to Chicago IL (round trip)  : 4 hours
• Michelle Obama: White House to Boston MA to New York City to Washington DC  : 1.5 + 1.5 + 1.5 = 4.5 hours
• Vice President Biden & Wife: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Brazilia, Brazil : 1.5 hours
• Vice President Biden & Wife: Brazilia, Brazil to Washington DC: 9 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday May 29 through Tuesday June 4 2013.

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:30 AM. Then, at 10:30 AM, he delivered a statement in the Rose Garden. At 11:10, the President held a bilateral meeting with Chilean President Sebastián Piñera. Next was a 12:30 PM lunch with VP Biden. At 2:20 PM, he left the White House and traveled to Bethesda MD where he visited Walter Reed National Medical Center. He was back in the White House by 4:45 PM.
• VP Biden delivered remarks to the American-Turkish Council’s 32nd Annual Conference.

Monday, June 3, 2013

• Mister Obama delivered the opening remarks at the White House Mental Health Conference at 9:55 AM. He then received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Lastly, he met with his senior advisers at 11:15 AM.
• VP Biden gave the closing remarks at the WH Mental Health Conference at 2 PM.

Friday, May 31, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:40 AM. Then at 10:20 AM, he spoke about student loans (10:20 AM). He ended the day with a 10:50 AM meeting with NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen in the Oval Office.
• VP Biden met with President Dilma Rousseff of Brazil, and then delivered statements to the press.

Thursday, May 30, 2013

• President Obama left Chicago IL at 12:55 PM and flew back to DC. He was back in the White House at 2:55 PM.
• VP Biden, along with his wife Jill, met with U.S Embassy staff in Rio de Janeriro. They then flew to Brasilia where they met with Embassy staff in that foreign city.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 11:00 AM. Then at noon, he met with his senior advisers. At 3:55 PM, he left the White House and flew to Chicago IL where he attended 2 DCCC events.
• Michelle Obama flew to Boston MA where she delivered remarks at a DSCC event. She then flew to New York City where she attended two more Fundraising events.
• VP Biden delivered a speech on the U.S.-Brazil partnership at Pier Maua.
• Jill Biden visited the Coletivo Varejo program.

No there there, but here's where : Obama fund-raises in New York City, Eats BBQ in Austin TX, and Plays Golf

During the past week, President Obama received 3 daily briefings, and met once with Secretaries Hagel and Lew. He also met with UK Prime Minister Cameron, electric utility CEOs, and Asia Pacific leaders. Altogether, he spent approximately 8 hours of the week attending to official business.

Much of the remaining portion of Mr. Obama's time was free. However, he did spend two days on the road and one day golfing. First he flew to Austin Texas to deliver remarks. Next, he flew to New York City and dedicated the day to Democratic fundraising events. Also, he hosted a dinner at the Jefferson Hotel for select Democratic House leaders.

Because Mr. Obama spends so little time tending to U.S. affairs, it is little wonder that he insists that he knows nothing about the IRS targeting conservative groups or about Benghazi.

Weekly Air Force One and Helicopter flying time:

• President Obama: White House to New York City (round trip)  : 3 hours
• Michelle Obama: White House to Richmond Kentucky (round trip)  : 4 hours
• President Obama: White House to Austin Texas (round trip)  : 7 hours

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday May 8 through Tuesday May 14 2013.


Today, Tuesday, May 14, 2013
President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:20 AM. His day is free until 4:35 PM when he meets with Secretary of Defense Hagel.

Monday, May 13, 2013

• President Obama began the day at 10:00 AM when he held a meeting with Prime Minister Cameron of the United Kingdom. The two leaders then held a joint press conference at 11:15 AM.  Mr. Obama left the White House at 1:55 PM and flew to New York City where he attended 3 Democratic fundraising events. The first two were for the DNC. One was held at the home of Harvey Weinstein. The second was at the home of Alexandra Stanton and Sam Natapoff. The third event was a joint venture between the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee and the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and it was held at the Waldorf. Mr. Obama returned to Washington at 11:05 PM.

Saturday, May 11, 2013

• Mr. Obama honored the 2013 National Association of Police Organizations TOP COPS award winners. He also played a round of golf with White House aides Marvin Nicholson, Mike Brush and Joe Paulsen.
• Michelle Obama speaks at the Eastern Kentucky University commencement in Richmond, KY.
• VP Biden delivered remarks at a Gala Reception hosted by Governor Jack Markell and Carla Markell in Delaware.

Friday, May 10, 2013

• Mr. Obama received a daily briefing at 10:45 AM. In the afternoon (2:40 PM), he delivered a statement on the Affordable Care Act.

Thursday, May 9, 2013

• President Obama left the White House at 9:5 AM and flew on Air Force One to Austin TX. There, he toured classrooms and spoke at Manor New Technology High School. Next, he went to Applied Materials Inc where he toured their facilities and delivered remarks. He left Austin at 6:35 PM and flew back to Washington DC.
• Michelle Obama and Jill Biden hosted a Mother's Day tea 
• VP Biden hosted a breakfast meeting with Senator Patty Murray. At night, he was the keynote speaker at the 25th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner of the Congressional Fire Services Institute in Washington.

President Obama eats lunch at Stubb's BBQ in Austin TX

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:30 AM. At 2:25 PM, he met with electric utility CEOs. Next, he met with Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew at 4:00 PM. At 5:30 PM, he met with a  group of Asian American and Pacific Islanders national leaders. Lastly, he hosted a 6:30 PM dinner with members of the House Democratic Leadership at the Jefferson Hotel.
• VP Biden was the keynote speaker at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies’ 19th Annual Gala Awards Dinner.

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.

Obama cuts Thunderbirds, Blue Angels, air traffic controllers; but sends children on expensive vacation, hosts Seder dinner, LA Kings and Galaxy at White House

This was a busy week for our World Traveler President. Last week, he spent 4 days in the Middle East counties of Israel and Jordan. He arrived back in the U.S. late Saturday night. Now that he is back this week, he is devoting his time to his recreational passions. First, he held a Seder Dinner at the White House, and today he is hosting both the Los Angles Kings and LA Galaxy teams. The President has, however, found time to receive 2 daily briefings, meet with his senior advisers once, and have lunch with the Vice President.

Meanwhile, VP Biden, after returning from Italy, hosted a St. Patrick's Day breakfast, attended a Democratic Congressional Campaign conference, and went to a New York City Broadway play.

Mrs. Obama held a pre-Easter celebration.

But, the best is that she sent her 2 children to the Atlantis in Paradise Island Bahamas for their Spring Break. It is unclear what adults accompanied the children, or how many of their friends were treated to a fabulous vacation. However, we know that neither of her parents are with them this week.

Realizing that time under the sequester is still passing, Mr. Obama and his Administration announced two more cuts to the services provided by the U.S. Government. First, they announced that 149 flight control towers would be closed. Next, they announced that the Blue Angels, Thunderbirds, and other military acrobatic flying teams were grounded. 

Before summer begins, the Obama's will probably close the National Parks as well.

The attitude at the White House seems to be: "Lets keep removing services from the American people. Eventually, they will start screaming and demand that the services be restored and that the prisoners will be jailed once again. Then, we can blame the Republicans".

However, as difficult as the sequester cuts are, we are delighted that the First Family, and the Vice President, can continue to spend our U.S. taxpayer dollars lavishly for their own empirical enjoyment. After all, they deserve it. It's only fair!

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

Today, Tuesday, March 26, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. This was followed by an 11:15 AM meeting with his senior advisers. At 12:30 PM, he and Joe Biden will have lunch together. Then, Mr. President honors the Stanley Cup Champion Los Angeles Kings and MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy at the White House (beginning at 1:45 PM). Lastly, Mr. Obama meets with Chuck Hagel at 3:55 PM.
• VP Biden, along with Secretary of Interior Salazar, and Sen. Tom Carper, will deliver remarks at the newly designated First State National Monument at the Sheriff’s Office in New Castle.

Monday, March 25, 2013

• President Obama began with a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Then, at 11:30, he attended and spoke at a naturalization ceremony for active duty service members and civilians. At 12:10 PM, he designated 5 new national monuments. The rest of his afternoon was free until 6:30 PM, when he and Mrs. Obama hosted a Seder at the White House.

Saturday, March 23, 2013

• President Obama toured Petra Jordan. At the end of he day, he left and flew back to Washington DC.
• Joe Biden delivered remarks at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Issues Conference.

Friday, March 22, 2013

• President Obama participated in 3 wreath laying ceremonies, toured the Hall of Names, Church of the Nativity and had lunch with Prime Prime Minister Netanyahu. After, he left Tel Aviv and flew to Jordan. There, he spend most of his time with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan.

Thursday, March 21, 2013

• President Obama viewed the Dead Sea Scrolls, and had a variety of events with President Abbas, Prime Minister Fayyad. He also met with U.S. Embassy and Consulate General staff, and attended a dinner hosted by President Peres.
• VP Biden went to New York City and discussed gun violence. He also went to see the Broadway play, Once.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

• President Obama arrived in Tel Aviv Israel. There, he participated in many events and ceremonies with President Peres and Prime Minister Netanyahu.
• Michelle Obama participated in a pre-Easter celebration with military children and their families.
• VP Joe Biden hosted a St. Patrick's Day breakfast.

Obama's celebrate coming Sequestration by hosting dinner, Big Bird, and Oscar Presentation at White House

Friday March 1st is the day when the Administration's 2011 proposed Sequestration becomes effective. And as the President warns of looming layoffs and seeks more tax revenue from those still working, the First Family spent the week lavishly spending and entertaining themselves.

To divert attention from themselves, the President first sat for television and radio interviews, presumably foretelling the "Doom and Gloom" of the Sequestration Automatic Budget Cuts (see Weekly Address: Congress Must Act Now to Stop the Sequester)

But while he was doing this, Michelle Obama was hosting Big Bird at the White House for purposes of kicking off her 3rd year promoting "Let's Move" on Thursday. Then Friday, she flew to New York and taped an appearance on Jimmy Fallon. While she was gone, Mr. Obama was hosting he Prime Minister of Japan at the White House.

When Sunday arrived, the two hosted the annual Governor's Dinner in the White House State Room.

However, the big moment came late on Sunday evening when Mrs. Obama presented the Oscar for the Best Picture, Argo.


Keeping with the theme, both Obama's appeared and spoke at the National Governors Meeting on Monday.

Now today, President Obama is hopping on Air Force One and flying to Virginia to give a one hour speech about sequester. While he is away, Mrs. Obama again flew to New York City and appeared on Good Morning America.

All this, and Sequestration is less than 3 days away!

To be fair, Mr. Obama did attend to a little U.S. Governmental business. During the week, he received daily briefings each weekday morning, met with John Kerry, and with his senior advisers once.

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

Today, Tuesday, February 26, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:05 AM. Then fifty minutes later, he left the White House and flew to Newport News VA. There, he will make a speech about sequester at 1:05 PM. One hour later, he will fly back to DC and be in the White House by 3:05 PM. 
• Mrs. Obama flew to New York City and appeared on Good Morning America. (see: Healthier Recipes Now Just a Click Away)

Monday, February 25, 2013

• President Obama attended a daily briefing at 10:00 AM. He then delivered remarks to the National Governors Association at 11:05 AM. Interestingly, Michelle Obama and Jill Biden also spoke there, asking the Governors to help lower the State professional licensing requirements for military personnel and their spouses.

Sunday, February 24, 2013

• President Obama hosted the National Governors Association Dinner in the State Dining Room.
• Mrs. Obama announced the Best Picture Oscar winner live from the White House.

Friday, February 22, 2013

• President Obama began the day at 10:15 AM with a daily briefing. Then, at 11 AM, he attended the Democratic Governors Association Meeting. Next, Mr. Obama held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan. Lastly, he and VP Biden had lunch with the Prime Minister at 1:15 PM.
• Michelle Obama flew to New York City and taped an appearance on Jimmy Fallon's "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon".

Thursday, February 21, 2013

• President Obama started the day with an early with a 9:30 AM daily briefing. He then met with his Senior advisers at 10:45 AM. When that was over 45 minutes later, Mr. Obama recorded radio interviewed with Al Sharpton, Joe Madison and Yolanda Adams (11:25 AM).
• Mrs. Obama filmed two Public Service Announcements with Big Bird at the White House (see Big Bird Visits the White House)

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. Next up on his agenda was lunch with VP Biden at 12:30 PM. After, Mr. Obama was interviewed by regional TV outlets at 2 PM. Lastly, he and Mr. Biden met with John Kerry.

Horses, Bayonets, and Debates define Obama's Image

Charging at his debating opponent at a full gallop, President Obama thrust his bayonet into Romney's military remarks. At first, it appeared his presidential foe was critically injured, but as the dust from the horse's hoofs faded away, the mighty Romney arose unscathed.

While Mr. Obama's biting "horse and bayonet" remarks flooded the internet, many a soldier were quick to point out that the bayonet is standard issue for the fighting infantry soldier today. Although the comment sounded so great, it illustrated the President's lack of knowledge of a soldiers arms. Had our Commander in Chief spent more time with our brave fighting military soldiers, he would not have been so quick to say the the bayonet is a thing of the past.

In fact, a mounted bayonet is an integral part of a fallen warriors Battle Cross memorial. The inverted rifle with the bayonet attached "signals a time of prayer, a break in the action to pay tribute to our friend".


During this past week, President Obama dedicated his time to fundraising, campaigning, and preparing for the last of 3 debates. Only once did he receive a presidential briefing. Other than that, he performed no leadership function.

Together with his wife Michelle, and Vice President Biden, the trio attended 24 campaign events. Mr. Obama attended 7, Mr. Biden 9, and Mrs. Obama 8. They worked the battleground states of Florida, Ohio, Virginia, Wisconsin, Nevada, New York and Colorado. In addition, Mr. Obama found time to tape an appearance on the Jon Stewart Show, and to attend the Alfred E. Smith dinner.

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week of Wednesday October 17 through Tuesday October 23 2012.


Today, Tuesday, October 23, 2012

• Mr. Obama begins the day at 10:10 by attending a campaign event in Delray FL. Next, he flies to Dayton OH and joins Joe Biden at a 2nd campaign event at Triangle Park. His day is over when he boards Air Force One at 5:00 PM and flies back to Washington DC.
• VP Biden speaks at a morning campaign event at the University of Toledo.  Later, he joins President Obama at another event in Dayton OH.

Monday, October 22, 2012

• President Obama participated in the 3rd and final Presidential Debate at Lynn University in Boca Raton Florida.
• Michelle Obama attended 2 fundraising campaign events at Broward College in Davie FL. She later attended the debate.
• Mr. Biden attended 2 campaign events in Canton Ohio. The first was at J. Babe Stearn Community Center, and the second at Lorain High School.

Friday, October 19, 2012

• President Obama attended a 10:15 AM daily briefing. Then, he traveled to Fairfax VA and spoke at a George Mason University campaign event at 11:45 AM.
• Michelle Obama spoke at 4 campaign events in Wisconsin. The first two were held at the Racine Civic Center in Racine, and the last two were at the University of Wisconsin in Wausau.
• VP Biden delivered campaign remarks at two events. One was at the Sun City Community Center, and the second at Lincoln Park High School.

Thursday, October 18, 2012

• Mr. Obama left the White House at 9:35 AM and flew to Manchester NH where he attended an 11:55 AM campaign event. Next, he flew to New York City and taped an appearance on Jon Stewart's Daily Show. At 4:20 PM, he dashed over to The Waldorf-Astoria Hotel for a fundraising event. Lastly, he attended the Annual Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner before flying back to DC late that night.
• VP Biden spoke at a campaign event in Las Vegas NV.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

• President Obama's day began at 9:25 AM when he left the White House and flew to Mt. Vernon, IA where he attended a campaign event at Cornell College. Afterward, he flew to Athens OH and attended another campaign event at Ohio University.  He then flew back to DC and arrived at the White House at 9:00 PM.
• Michelle Obama attended two fundraising events in New York State. The first was at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, and the second at 583 Park Avenue in New York City.
• Mr. Biden flew to Greeley CO and delivered remarks at a campaign event. When that was over, he traveled to Reno NV and spoke at an evening fundraising campaign event.

Will Obama crack under the pressure at the debate tonight?

It has to be tough for President Obama. With the economy at a sluggish standstill, high unemployment, the national debt over $16 trillion, the Benghazi coverup, poor debate performances, and the presidential election only weeks away, President Obama must be under sever stress.

During the past few weeks, his primary focus has been solely on his re-election bid. But ignoring his elected duties as President of the United States places him in a precarious situation because he is wide open to dereliction of duty criticism.

For example, during the past week, he has received 3 daily briefings. Additionally, he met with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. The remainder of the time he was either campaigning or preparing for tonight's debate.

While Mr. Obama only attended 2 campaign fundraising events and treated winners of his campaign recent campaign contest to dinner, he has been holed up since Saturday preparing for the debate. But instead of remaining focused on this, he managed to sneak away to visit a campaign office on Sunday. Unfortunately, this is the same type of behavior that he exhibited prior to the first debate when he visited the Hoover Dam.

So, the pressure is on President Obama to perform tonight. But the question is: Will the stress of the pointed criticism that he might receive cause him to forget his talking points and lose his composure?

He must perform tonight, and he knows it. Otherwise, he will most certainly lose the election and be forced to leave the White House, forgoing all the perks, travel, and parties that go with it. The social stakes are high!

Below is a summary of the President Obama's activities during the week of Wednesday October 10 through Tuesday October 16 2012.


Today, Tuesday, October 16, 2012

• President Obama leaves Williamsburg VA and travels to New York where he will participate in the second presidential debate tonight at Hofstra University.
• Michelle Obama speaks at a campaign event in Chapel Hill, NC. She will then fly to NY and attend the debate.
• VP Biden attends the funeral service for Arlen Specter.

Monday, October 15, 2012

• President Obama O received a daily briefing at 10:10AM. Then, he spent the rest of the day preparing for the debate.
• Mrs. Obama attended 2 campaign events. The first was in Delaware OH, and the second in Cleveland OH.

Sunday, October 14, 2012

• President Obama continued his campaign preparation in Williamsburg VA, but also visited a local campaign office (above picture)

Saturday, October 13, 2012

• President Obama traveled to Williamsburg VA to begin debate preparation.

Friday, October 12, 2012

• President Obama had dinner with winners of his campaign contest at 6:30PM.
• VP Biden and his wife Jill traveled to La Crosse WI and where the VP spoke at a campaign event at the University of Wisconsin there.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

• Mister Obama started the day with a 9:45 AM daily briefing. He then flew to Miami FL where he attended 2 campaign events. He returned to DC that night.
• VP Biden participated in the only Vice Presidential Debate in Kentucky.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

• President Obama had a daily briefing at 10:45 AM. Later, he met with Secretary of State Clinton.
• Michelle Obama attended a campaign event with grassroots supporters in Fountain CO.

Four dead Americans are only bumps on the campaign trail

Two weeks after the Benghazi massacre, the only visible change to President Obama's weekly campaign schedule is the inclusion of 4 daily briefings.  Yet, in the past 7 days, the Obama campaign team attended 14 different campaign/fundraising events. However, the President was obligated to meet with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton once in order to make sure that they continue to apologize to the Muslim world and pretend that a the murders of our citizens were carried out in response to an offensive video.

Obama's and Clinton's behavior are indicative to children trying to appease a schoolyard bully.

Besides apologizing and campaigning, Mr. Obama relaxed in the friendly environment of The View. He did speak at the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, but could not find the time to meet with other dignitaries.

The economy is still in shambles and unemployment continues to soar. Yet the President has ignored these issues.

Mr. Obama described the deaths of our Ambassador and security personnel as merely bumps on the road. And, he brushed off the concerns of Israel as only noise, an unwanted distraction.

One must ask: Why would any right minded American re-elect this politician who has boldly ignored his sworn obligation to serve and protect this country but has favored the revolting terrorists in the North African and Arab regions instead?

Below is a summary of President Obama's schedule during the week of Wednesday September 19 through Tuesday September 25 2012.

Today, Tuesday, September 25, 2012

• President Obama delivered remarks to the UN General Assembly at 10:10 AM. He skipped individual meetings but is attending the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting at 12:10 PM (also in NYC). He will then leave NYC and return to DC by 2:35 PM.
• Vice President Biden delivers remarks at the Chesterfield Fairgrounds in Chesterfield, VA.

Monday, September 24, 2012

• Mr. Obama received a daily briefing at 10:45 AM, then ate lunch with VP Biden. At 1:05 PM, he left the White House and flew to New York City where he and his wife Michelle taped an appearance on "The View".  In the evening, the First Family attended a reception for visiting Heads of State and Government.
• Michelle Obama left DC on a separate plane in order to attend a 12:30 PM fundraising event in New York City.

Sunday, September 23, 2012

• Michelle Obama spoke at a campaign event at a private residence in Princeton NJ.

Saturday, September 22, 2012

• Mr. Obama left the White House at 12:10 PM and flew to Milwaukee, WI where he attended 2 fundraisers. The first was at the Milwaukee Theater and the second at Henry Maier Festival Park. He was done for the day and on the way back to DC by 7:40 PM.
• Michelle Obama was the keynote speaker at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Phoenix Awards Dinner in Washington DC.

Friday, September 21, 2012

• President Obama had a daily briefing at 9:45 AM (this was special because the it was photographed, just to prove it happened). Then, Mr. Obama traveled to Woodbridge VA. where, he delivered remarks via satellite to the AARP Life@50+ National Event & Expo (in New Orleans) at 11:30 AM. Next, he spoke at a campaign event at G. Richard Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge, Va. He arrived back at the White House at 2:30 PM.
• Michelle Obama spoke at a campaign event at Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD. Then, she delivered remarks at another private campaign event in Phoenix, MD.
• Both VP Biden and wife Jill traveled to Hanover NH and attended a campaign event at Dartmouth College. Then, they went to Concord NH and delivered remarks at a campaign event at the New Hampshire State House.

Thursday, September 20, 2012

• President Obama received a daily briefing at 9:30 AM. Then he flew to Miami FL and attended a town hall meeting. When that was over, he flew to Tampa FL and delivered remarks at a campaign event. He flew back to Washington that night.
• Joe Biden met with Steve Beecroft, the United States Chargé d’Affaires in Baghdad and the Administration’s nominee to be Ambassador to Iraq.

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

• Mr. Obama attended a daily briefing at 10:30 AM. When that was over, he and VP Biden met with Hillary Clinton at 11:30 AM. One half hour later, he participated in an Ambassador Credentialing Ceremony, and lunched with Mr. Biden at 12:30. His afternoon was free until 5:00 PM when he had a meeting with Burmese Opposition Leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
• Michelle Obama spoke at a grassroots campaign event in Durham NC at 1:40 PM, then traveled to Greenville NC and attended a second fundraising event.
• VP Biden, along with his wife, hosted a reception for emerging young leaders of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community.

Even the murder of 4 Americans cannot stop President Obama's fundraising events

Why should Americans work if the President refuses to work either?

After we published last week's post, America learned of the violence in the Middle East. Four Americans, including 1 Ambassador, was killed in Libya. The Egyptian Embassy was overrun and the American Flag torn down and burned. More violence and marches took place in the days to follow, and anti-American sentiment was expressed across North Africa, England, Australia, and more.

Yet through it all, our honorable President Obama, Vice President, and First Lady pressed ahead the Obama re-election bid by attending campaign fundraisers in Colorado, Ohio, District of Columbia, Iowa, Virginia, and New York City. Together, they attended 16 separate events. Mr. Obama led the team with 8 fundraisers, Mr. Biden with 5, and Mrs. Obama with 3.

However, because much attention was placed on the White House during this week, Mr. Obama managed to attend 3 daily briefings. Assuming each lasted approximately 30 minutes, the President dedicated 1 1/2 hours of the week to national security.  To help ignore the Mid East violence, Mr. Obama and team blamed the uprisings on the trailer of a film. Yes, the film was responsible for the death of our fellow Americans, not the failure to secure our soil in foreign lands and protect those who are representing us. Note however, the President failed to meet with any of his senior advisers this week either.

During this time, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius was found to have violated the Hatch Act. Under the rules of punishment, the President must decide on her punishment. To date, President Obama has ignored his duty to uphold the law.

In addition to fundraising, President Obama hosted three groups of athletes to the White House this week. Last Friday, he welcomed the 2012 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams, and today he's receiving the WNBA Champions, the Minnesota Lynx.

Because President Obama's schedule was completely full with campaign related events, Mr. Obama declined to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week.

However, he remains completely focused on his re-election, and is therefore appearing on the David Letterman Show this afternoon, and attending 2 gala fundraisers. Most important is that of Jay-Z and Beyonce which will be held at the 40/40 Club. Aside from the guests, a 350 bottle champagne tower will be a primary focal point. This floor to ceiling display of gold bottles will be serving the $800 per bottle bubbly. (The champagne alone will cost $280,000).

And now we know why the Obama's want us to remain in the middle class!

The following is a summary of the President's official schedule during the week of Wednesday September 12 through Tuesday September 18, 2012.


Tuesday, September 18, 2012

• President Obama receives a daily briefing at 10:15 AM. At 1:10PM, he greets the WNBA Champion Minnesota Lynx at the White House. Then, he flies to New York City where he will first sit for an interview with David Letterman. Afterward, he will attend 2 fundraisers, one with Jay-Z and Beyonce.
• Vice President Biden delivers remarks at a campaign event at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa. Next, he campaigns at Crinnell College in Grinnell Iowa.

Monday, September 17, 2012

• Mr. Obama received a daily briefing at 9:10 AM before he left the White House at 9:45 AM and flew to Cincinnati Ohio. He attended a campaign event in Eden Park in Cincinnati, then flew to Columbus Ohio where he attended two different campaign events in Schiller Park. He also made a stop at the 28th Biennial Constitutional Convention of the Ohio AFL-CIO. When done, he flew back to Washington and was back in the White House by 8:05 PM.
• Mr. Biden delivered remarks at a campaign event at the Port of Burlington in Burlington Iowa.

Friday, September 14, 2012

• President Obama had an early briefing at 9:25 AM, before he welcomed the Olympic teams to the White House at 10 AM. He lunched with Joe Biden, then attended the Transfer of Remains Ceremony for the slain victims of the Benghazi Libya attack. At night, he attended a fundraiser.
• Mrs. Obama attended a fundraiser in Washington DC.

Thursday, September 13, 2012

• Mr. Obama started day at 1:10 PM when he attended a campaign event in Lions Park in Golden CO. After, he flew back to DC and arrived at 7:05 PM.
• Michelle Obama attended a campaign event in Richmond VA, and then traveled to Fredericksburg VA to attend another campaign event.
• VP Joe Biden flew to Eau Claire Wisconsin and attended a campaign event at the WL Zorn Arena. In the evening, he hosted the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s 35th Anniversary Awards Gala in Washington DC that evening.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

• Mr. Obama first read a statement to the U.S. regarding the attacks in Libya and the riots in Egypt. He skipped the daily briefing. Then, he visited the State Department.  But, he was on Air Force One at 2:20 PM and on his way to a Las Vegas NV fundraiser in the Cashman Center.  When he was finished, he flew to Aurora CO for the night.
• VP Biden attended a campaign event at Wright State University in Dayton Ohio. He then flew back to Washington DC. That night, he and his wife hosted a reception with Jewish community leaders.

Obama's work week: One briefing and 2 days of campaigning! (No wonder he wants to be President again)

As August winds down and we approach the 70 day to election mark, the President of the United States, Barack Obama, has officially stopped working for the country! Yes, during the past seven days, Mr. Obama's official schedule was composed of only 1 daily briefing, and was bracketed by two days of campaign travel on Air Force One. During this period, Mr. Obama attended 6 campaign events in 4 different states.

By contrast, his wife, Michelle, attended 3 campaign events in 3 different states. Although they are not listed on the White House Schedule, the White House Speeches and Remarks page contains the text of her speeches.

And, even though everyone thinks that Joe Biden is out of the picture, the Vice President and his wife were the star speakers at 5 more campaign events.

Luckily for the Obama campaign, a hurricane is raging in the Gulf. As this storm of nature presents drama, the Obama campaign spokeswoman Jennifer Psaki used it to divert attention from Obama's lack of work to the importance of "campagning". As she stated:

The president is also out there laying out the stakes for what is a very important election for a generation, there’s almost no group with higher stakes for what happens in November. That’s also important.” (Team Obama on campaigning during Isaac: The Republicans are doing it, too)

So now it's official, there is no higher stakes than winning reelection for the Obama for America campaign.

To heck with the country! We're bashing Romney and blaming Bush and the rest of the Republicans. These are the real contributions of the Obama Administration.

Below is a summary of President Obama's official schedule during the week Wednesday August 22 through Tuesday August 28, 2012.

Today, Tuesday, August 28, 2012

• Mr. Obama delivered a 2 minute statement about Tropical Storm Issac at 10 AM. Then he took Air Force One to Des Moines Iowa and delivered remarks at Iowa State University at 2:05 PM. At 4:40 PM, he will fly to Fort Collins Colorado and attend another campaign event at Colorado State University. (Note, this is part of a 2 day tour where he will speak at colleges in Iowa, Colorado, and Virginia).

Monday, August 27, 2012

• President Obama's official schedule was blank.

Saturday, August 25, 2012

• VP Biden and wife Jill attended 2 campaign events in Massachusetts. The first was in Chatham and the second in Provincetown.

Friday, August 24, 2012

• Mr. Obama left the White House at 6 PM and went to Camp David.

Thursday, August 23, 2012

• Mr. Obama - received a daily briefing at 12:05 PM. That was it.
• Michelle Obama spoke at 2 campaign events. The first was at Bradley Tech High School in Milwaukee WI, and the second at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis Indiana.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

• First, Mr. Obama participated in a roundtable discussion with teachers at Canyon Springs High School in Las Vegas, Nev. That was at 12:05PM. Then 35 minutes later, he delivered remarks at a campaign event. He then left Las Vegas at 1:50 PM and flew to New York City where he attended 2 campaign events (one at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, and the second at Jazz in Lincoln Center). He flew back to Washington DC that night.
• Michelle Obama spoke at a campaign event at the War Memorial Auditorium in Ft. Lauderdale FL.
• VP Joe Biden attended a campaign event in Detroit MI. Next, he spoke at a second campaign event at the Renaissance High School. Lastly, he attended a 3rd campaign event at a non-disclosed location.

Mr. Obama campaigned in the U.S. while wife Michelle enjoyed the Olympics in London

President Obama was very busy this past week. He attended 4 daily briefings and held a cabinet meeting! Plus, he participated in an Ambassador Credentialing Ceremony, met with Ambassador Crocker, Secretary Shinseki, Secretary Panetta, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

In addition, he attended 6 fundraising events, one in New York City, one in DC, two in Virginia, and 2 in New Orleans.

Vice President Biden attended 2 campaign events as well.

Since Michelle Obama was in London, watching and participating in various Olympic events, she was not officially campaigning this week.

The following is a summary of our Executive Branch's official schedule during the week of Wednesday July 25 through Tuesday July 31 2012.


Today, Tuesday July 31, 2012

• The only thing scheduled for Mr Obama is a daily briefing at 10:30 AM.

Monday July 30, 2012

• President Obama started the day with a daily briefing at 11:10 AM. Then, he participated in an Ambassador Credentialing Ceremony. However, he ended the day by flying to New York City to attend a campaign event at the NoMad Hotel.
• VP Biden flew to Chicago IL to attend a campaign event.

Sunday July 29, 2012

• Mrs Obama was at the Olympics, and returns to DC that evening.
• VP Joe Biden and his wife Jill flew to Detroit MI where he spoke at the American Federation of Teachers 2012 convention.

Saturday July 28, 2012

• Mrs Obama was at the Olympics.

Friday July 27, 2012

• This is one of President Obama's early mornings. He began at 9:40 AM and attended a daily briefing. Then, he signed the United States-Israel Enhanced Security Cooperation Act, met with Ambassador Ryan Crocker (Ambassador to Afghanistan), and Clinton at 11:30 AM. Later, he dashed off to a 1:10 PM campaign event at the Jefferson Hotel in DC. By 5 PM, he was in McLean VA where he attended 2 more campaign events.
• Mrs Obama was at the Olympics.
• Mr. Biden attended a campaign event in DC.

Thursday July 26, 2012

• Mr. Obama appeared to work at the White House for the whole day (11 AM to 4:45 PM). He attended a briefing, met with Eric Shinseki (who is Secretary of Veterans Affairs), had lunch with VP Biden at 12:30, held a cabinet meeting and ended the day with a meeting with Panetta.
• was at the Olympics.
• Mrs Obama flew to London England to attend the Olympic Games with her daughters.

Wednesday July 25, 2012

• President Obama's day began at 12:25 PM when he left Seattle WA and flew to New Orleans LA. There, he attended 2 campaign events, and spoke at the National Urban League convention. He flew back to Washington DC late that evening.
• Mr. Biden delivered remarks at the International Association of Fire Fighters 51st Convention in Philadelphia.

Obama attended 10 fundraisers, watched 2 basketball games, and had 3 meetings last week

With less than 4 months to go before the November 2012 election, President Obama is now focusing nearly 100% of his time on his re-election campaign. And living up to our blog's namesake, The Traveling Fundraiser, he visited Virginia two days in a row, Ohio, and Texas. During the past 7 days, he attended 10 different fundraising events.

As for official work, Mr. Obama's schedule stated that he held 1 daily briefing, met once with Mr. Geithner, and hosted a meeting with Democratic leaders of the House and Senate.

Not wanting to miss out on entertainment, the President returned to DC on Monday afternoon (from Cincinnati Ohio), in order to watch both the Men's and Women's U.S. basketball teams play Brazil. Mr. Obama's wife Michelle and VP Biden joined him in watching the games.

Since Mr. Obama's wife and children wanted to attend the Broadway Play Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark last Sunday, he had Michelle attend a fundraising event nearby in order that their entertainment trip would be fully paid by the U.S. taxpayers.

Additionally, Vice President Joe Biden was also awarded 1 fundraising event to attend. That one is today in New York City.



Below is a summary of the official schedule of our country's leadership activities during the period Wednesday July 11 through Tuesday July 17 2012.


Today, Tuesday, July 17, 2012

• Mr. Obama flies Air Force One to San Antonio, TX and delivers remarks at 2 fundraising campaign events. Then, he flies to Austin TX and attends 2 more campaign events.
• VP Biden meets a delegation of Australian leaders at the White House. In the afternoon, he flies to New York City and attends a Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee event.

Monday, July 16, 2012

• President Obama flew to Cincinnati Ohio and attended 2 campaign events. Afterwards, he flew back to Washington DC and attended the men's and women's U.S. versus Brazil basketball games along with his wife and Mr Biden.
• Mr. Biden spoke at a briefing on seniors issues at the White House.

Sunday, July 15, 2012

• Michelle Obama delivered remarks at a campaign event in Pontantico Hills, NY. When that was over, she took a motorcade to NYC and watched the Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark play on Broadway with her daughters.

Saturday, July 14, 2012

• Mr. Obama travelled to Richmond VA and attended a campaign event. Then, he traveled to Sterling VA for another campaign appearance.

Friday, July 13, 2012

• Mr. Obama flew to Norfolk VA and spoke at a campaign event at Green Run High School in Virginia Beach, VA . Next, he traveled to Hampton VA and delivered remarks at another campaign event at the Phoebus High School, Hampton, VA

Thursday, July 12, 2012

• VP Biden delivered remarks at the NAACP 2012 Annual Convention in Houston, Texas.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

• President Obama met with Democratic leaders in the afternoon.
• Mr. Biden flew to Houston TX and stayed overnight.

Mr. Obama celebrates his 100th round of golf, but did not take any illegal immigrants or members of the LGBT community with him

Mr. Obama's official weekly schedule included 1 daily briefing, a lunch with the winners of his re-election campaign contest, 4 fundraising events, the announcement of a decree in which he instructed the Department of Homeland Security to cease obeying the immigration laws, a weekend wedding in Chicago IL, and a 3 day G-20 Summit in Mexico.

Besides appeasing the Latino voters, the President spent nearly 1 day working on the Jewish vote by honoring President Shimon Peres of Israel. He also tried to strengthen the Gay community by hosting a reception for the LGBT community at the White House.

President Obama did celebrate a milestone this Father's Day. He played his 100th round of golf since being elected and living in the White House. Congratulations on this wonderful feat!

Joining the President at the Jarrett wedding in Chicago IL was his family (wife, children, and mother-in-law).  They all flew to the Windy City on Air Force One, and spent the weekend attending various social functions. (Here they are on their way to the wedding).

At the end of Father's Day, the President flew directly to Los Cabos, Mexico. However, he instructed the pilot of the other Air Force One plane to take his wife, children and mother-in-law to Oregon for a few days. As you remember, this is where Michelle's brother lives. While there, she made a brief speech at the University commencement.

Since Mr. Obama was not able to campaign, Vice President Biden picked up the slack. He attended 4 fundraising events and helped to feed the Obama For America campaign with hard earned dollars from the wealthy 1%.

Below is a summary of the President's weekly activities from Wednesday June 13 through Tuesday June 19, 2012.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

• President Obama attends the second & third G-20 plenary sessions, a working lunch, and the closing ceremony. Afterwards, he will meet with President Hu of China, hold a press conference, and then leave Los Cabos.
• Mr. Biden delivers remarks at the 40th Annual International Convention of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees in Los Angeles, California. After that, he flies to Sacramento CA and attends a campaign event.

Monday, June 18, 2012

• Mr. Obama met with President Calderón of Mexico and President Putin of Russia. Then, he arrived at the Convention Center and participated in the arrival greetings, attended the first G-20 plenary session, had his official picture taken with other leaders, and attended a working dinner!
• VP Biden attended a campaign event in Chicago IL. 
• Jill Biden joined her husband on the trip and spoke at the 2012 National Conference on Volunteering and Service

Sunday, June 17, 2012 - Father's Day

• Mr. Obama played his 100th round of golf. He then left Chicago IL and flew to Los Cabos, Mexico in order to attend the G-20 summit.
• Michelle Obama departed Chicago and flew to Corvallis OR where she spoke at the Oregon State University Commencement. Her mother and daughters accompanied her on the trip to the place where her brother and family lives.

Friday, June 15, 2012

• President Obama had lunch with his campaign contest winners and then announced that he would allow illegal immigrants to remain in the U.S. without fear of prosecution. He closed out the day by hosting a LGBT Pride Month reception at the White House. At night, he and his family boarded Air Force One and flew to Chicago IL in order to attend the wedding of Valerie Jarrett's daughter.
• Mr. Biden delivered remarks to the annual meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Orlando FL. Next he attended a campaign event in that city.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

• Mr. Obama flew to Ohio and delivered remarks at a campaign event. Then, he hopped on Air Force One again and flew to New York City where he and his wife toured the new World Center Freedom Tower before attending two campaign events.
• Mr. Biden delivered a commencement address to the Tallwood High School graduates in Virginia Beach before attending a campaign event for Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden in Wilmington, Delaware.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

• President Obama & VP Biden held a meeting with President Shimon Peres of Israel. Next, the President attended a campaign event. Then, he awarded the Presidential Medal of Freeden to Mr. Peres at a dinner. Lastly, he and his family then hosted a reception for Mr. Peres.
• VP Biden attended a meeting. Then, he hosted a reception for he Motion Picture Association of America.

"The folks are still hurting" Obama admits to Broadway chanters

President Obama attended a total of 9 campaign fundraising events during the past week. These took place in 3 separate cities, and were completed in only 2 days! All of these events targeted large donations from the evil 1% of wealthy people. Is that FAIR?

Aside from fundraising, Mr. Obama attended 3 daily briefings, met with senior advisers once, and with Mr. Geithner once.

For entertainment, the President hosted 3 receptions.

Aside from that, Mr. Biden was assigned only 1 campaign event to attend.

Below is a summary of the President's activities during the week of Wednesday May 30 through Tuesday June 5, 2012. Notice that very little time was dedicated to his administrative duties as President of United States.


Tuesday, June 5, 2012

• VP Joe Biden attends an event for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee in Alexandria, Virginia

Monday, June 4, 2012

• President Obama flew to New York City and delivered remarks at 3 campaign fundraiser events.
• Mr. Biden flew to Miami FL and gave a commencement address to the Cypress Bay High School

Sunday, June 3, 2012

• Mr. Obama hosted a reception for the Ford's Theatre

Saturday, June 2, 2012

• Mr. Obama left Chicago and went to Camp David

Friday, June 1, 2012

• President Obama flew to Minneapolis MN, where he toured Honeywell's Golden Valley facility, read his 'to do list' again, and attended 3 campaign events. Then, he boarded Air Force One again and flew to Chicago IL where he appeared at 3 more campaign events.

Thursday, May 31, 2012

• President Obama and wife Michelle lunched with Former President George W. Bush & family, then officially welcomed them to the White House, and unveiled their official portraits. He also had a brief meeting with Geithner.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

• Mr. Obama attended a hurricane preparedness briefing, signed re-authorization of the Export-Import Bank, and then hosted a reception for Jewish American Heritage Month.