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Thursday, May 26, 2011 |
| Five Days Left to Submit Your Nomination for the Citizens Medal
For over 40 years, the Presidential Citizens Medal has recognized Americans who have "performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens," and is our nation's second-highest honor. President Obama is asking for nominations for the 2011 Citizens Medal, and if you know someone who has performed exemplary deeds of service outside of their regular jobs, be sure to nominate him or her before May 30, 2011.
Learn more about the Citizens Medal and submit your nomination.
Photo of the Day
President Barack Obama is led through a hall outside of the House of Commons by the Rt Hon John Bercow, Speaker of the House of Commons, during a tour of Parliament in London, England, May 25, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
In Case You Missed It
Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog.
A 21st Century Regulatory System
Following President Obama's regulatory strategy, more than 30 Agencies identify initiatives with the potential to eliminate tens of millions of hours in reporting burdens, and billions of dollars in regulatory costs. Read the agency plans and share your comments, feedback and questions.
President Obama Speaks to the Parliament in London: "The Time for Our Leadership is Now"
As President Obama spoke to "the Mother of Parliaments" at Westminster Hall, it was a stark reminder of just closely linked our fates are.
Reaching for New Heights
NASA Administrator Charles Bolden writes about the legacy of Kennedy administration and the support that President Obama has given to NASA. With the space shuttle having flown its last mission, Bolden looks towards the future of American space flight.
Today's Schedule
All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
4:20 AM: The President departs London, United Kingdom en route Deauville, France
5:45 AM: The President holds a bilateral meeting with President Medvedev of Russia
6:55 AM: The President arrives at Villa La Cercle and is welcomed by President Sarkozy of France
7:00 AM: The President attends a working lunch with G-8 Leaders
8:45 AM: The President participates in a G-8 Working Session
9:30 AM: Briefing by David Lipton and Ben Rhodes 
10:30 AM: The President participates in a G-8 working Session
11:45 AM: The President holds a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Kan of Japan
1:00 PM: The Vice President holds the next meeting of the bipartisan, bicameral group of Members of Congress to continue work on a legislative framework for comprehensive deficit reduction
1:00 PM: White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics
1:30 PM: The President has dinner with G-8 Leaders
5:00 PM: National HIV/AIDS Call to Action for Faith and Community Leaders
Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live
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