West Wing Week: "Under the Big Blue Whale"

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Friday, April 1, 2011

West Wing Week: "Under the Big Blue Whale"
This week, President Obama focused on the situation in Libya, monitoring conditions on the ground and keeping Congress and the American people informed as the mission transitions from U.S. to NATO command. Education month also continued, with the President making stops at a multicultural high school in Washington, D.C., and dropping in on a science fair in New York City. In the latest installment of Advise the Advisor, Secretary of Energy Steven Chu asks for your feedback on meeting President Obama’s goal of reducing our oil imports by one-third in a little over a decade.
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In Case You Missed It
Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog.

Helping American Families Make Good Choices and Cut Energy BillsMelody Barnes, Director of the Domestic Policy Council, writes about how the President's Blueprint for a Secure Energy Future will help families with their energy costs.
Improving Care for People with MedicareThe Department of Health and Human Services released proposed new rules to help doctors, hospitals, and other health care providers better coordinate care for Medicare patients through Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs).
From Natalie to Ms. Bizarro: The Story of an American TeacherAn aspiring teacher from Los Angeles writes about her chosen profession, and the effort she has put in to preparing herself to be part of the next generation of great American teachers.
Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
10:30 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing

11:00 AM: The President meets with senior advisors
12:00 PM: The President tours Landover UPS Facility
12:20 PM: The President delivers remarks at UPS Facility

1:00 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Carney

1:15 PM: The Vice President meets with President Valdis Zatlers of Latvia
2:35 PM: The President meets with Sudan Special Envoy Ambassador Princeton Lyman