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The Rhodes Ahead: A Preview of the G20

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Monday, June 18, 2012

The Rhodes Ahead: A Preview of the G20

This week, President Obama is in Mexico for a meeting of the G20 -- a gathering of the world's major advanced and emerging economies.

Last week, Ben Rhodes -- the deputy national security advisor for strategic communications and speechwriting -- sat down to give us a preview of what to expect:

In Case You Missed It

Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog:

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Weekly Address: Ending the Stalemate in Washington
President Obama tells the American people that the stalemate in Washington is holding our economy back during this make-or-break moment for the middle class.

President Obama Hosts LGBT Pride Reception at the White House
The President paid tribute to the generations of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans who devoted their lives to ensuring equality for all.

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

11:05 AM: The President attends a bilateral meeting with President Calderón of Mexico

12:15 PM: The President attends a bilateral meeting with President Putin of Russia

2:15 PM: The Vice President attends a campaign event in Chicago, Illinois

4:45 PM: The President arrives at the Convention Center and participates in the official arrival greet with President Calderón of Mexico

5:00 PM: The President attends the first G-20 plenary session

8:15 PM: The President participates in the official photo with leaders

8:45 PM: The President participates in a working dinner with G-20 leaders

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