Working Together to Reignite America's Economic Engine In a meeting with governors from across the country today at the White House, President Obama stressed the need for bipartisan cooperation, and pressed the leaders in attendance to work together with their partners in Washington to put the focus back on the next generation, rather than the next election. Read more about President Obama's remarks. President Barack Obama delivers remarks and participates in a Q&A during a meeting with the National Governors Association (NGA) in the State Dining Room of the White House, Feb. 25, 2013 (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) In Case You Missed It Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog: First Lady Michelle Obama Challenges Governors of all 50 States to Ease Service Members Transition to Civilian Work Force Mrs. Obama and Dr. Jill Biden call on state leaders to streamline credentialing and licensing for service members, veterans and their spouses. Weekly Address: Congress Must Act Now to Stop the Sequester President Obama urges Congress to stop the sequester -- the harmful automatic cuts that threaten thousands of jobs and affect our national security from taking effect on March 1. What Is the Sequester? Have questions about what the sequester is, and why American families and our national economy face the threat of harmful budget cuts? Check out this explainer for some background. Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST). 10:00 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing 10:45 AM: First Lady Michelle Obama Speaks to the National Governors Association 11:05 AM: The President and the Vice President deliver remarks to the National Governors Association 12:45 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney Indicates that the event will be live-streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live Get Updates Sign up for the Daily Snapshot Stay Connected |
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