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Behind-the-Scenes Video: “The President Has Selected You"

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Thursday, October 20, 2011

Behind-the-Scenes Video: “The President Has Selected You"

For more than 40 years, the Presidential Citizens Medal has honored Americans who have "performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens."

This year, President Obama asked the public to submit nominees. Over 6,000 nominations were submitted and today the President will honor 13 recipients of the 2011 Citizens Medal in a ceremony at the White House. Tune in to WhiteHouse.gov/Live at 2:00 p.m. EDT to watch the ceremony.

Check out this behind-the-scenes video of White House staff calling this year’s recipients of the Citizens Medal:

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Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

10:00 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing

11:15 AM: The Vice President delivers remarks at Plymouth State University on jobs and the economy

12:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney