Happy Thanksgiving

Here's What's Happening Here at the White House           DAILY SNAPSHOT Thursday, November 28, 2013             Featured Happy Thanksgiving In his weekly address, President Obama gave thanks to all the men and women defending our freedom and acknowledged their sacrifice might mean they can’t spend the holidays with their families. The President also recognized that as Americans, we gather together this Thanksgiving to lift up those who need a helping hand, letting us move forward as a country and lead us to a brighter tomorrow. See President Obama's Thanksgiving message.         Top Stories "Popcorn, you have a full reprieve from cranberry sauce and stuffing. We wish you well." President Obama pardoned two 20-week-old, 38-pound turkeys named Popcorn and Caramel -- and announced Popcorn as the official "National Thanksgiving Turkey," after the American public weighed in on their favorites via Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. READ MORE Going Big for Small Business Saturday This Saturday, November 30th, Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett will join a number of White House and Cabinet Officials, along with millions of Americans around the country, in paying tribute to small businesses that drive our economy, and help to define the spirit of our communities. READ MORE Report from the Road: Community Colleges Leveraging Partnerships for Economic Growth Over the last three years, this administration has made unprecedented investments in the community college system through the Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training grant program. Secretary Perez and Dr. Jill Biden speak on the role they play. READ MORE Facebook    Twitter   |   More Ways to Engage Did Someone Forward This to You? Sign Up for Email Updates This email was sent to Email Address Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy Please do not reply to this email. Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111