"They Gave Their Lives So That We Might Live Ours"

Tue, 27 May 2014 10:20:40 -0600

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Tuesday, May 27, 2014             Featured "They Gave Their Lives So That We Might Live Ours" Yesterday, the President traveled to Arlington National Cemetery to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and deliver remarks at a memorial service honoring our fallen servicemembers and their families: The fallen patriots we memorialize today gave their last full measure of devotion. Not so we might mourn them, though we do. Not so that our nation might honor their sacrifice, although it does. They gave their lives so that we might live ours -- so that a daughter might grow up to pursue her dreams; so that a wife might be able to live a long life, free and secure; so that a mother might raise her family in a land of peace and freedom. Everything that we hold precious in this country was made possible by Americans who gave their all. And because of them, our nation is stronger, safer, and will always remain a shining beacon of freedom for the rest of the world. Watch the President's full remarks from yesterday's visit.       Top Stories Meet the Exhibitors in the 2014 White House Science Fair Today, President Obama is hosting the fourth-ever White House Science Fair, which will feature extraordinary science projects and experiments from some of America's most innovative students. Learn more about the students participating in this year's Science Fair. READ MORE "We Stand in Awe of Your Service": President Obama Makes a Surprise Trip to Thank Troops in Afghanistan President Obama made a surprise visit to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan this weekend to thank the American troops and civilians stationed there for their service. He let them know that he was there "on a single mission" -- and that was to say thank you. READ MORE Weekly Address: Paying Tribute to our Fallen Heroes this Memorial Day In this week's address, President Obama commemorated Memorial Day by honoring the brave men and women in uniform who have given their lives in service to our country. He also underscored our commitment to uphold our nation's sacred trust with our veterans and ensure they get the benefits and opportunities they deserve and have earned. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 11:15 AM: The President views science fair projects 11:45 AM: The President delivers remarks at the White House Science Fair 2:45 PM: The President delivers a statement on Afghanistan WATCH LIVE 4:45 PM: The President meets with Secretary of Defense Hagel   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage  Sign Up for Email Updates  Privacy Policy Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111