50 Years Later

Here's what's going on at the White House today.         DAILY SNAPSHOT Wednesday, July 02, 2014             Featured 50 Years Later In the latest installment of our audio series Being Biden, the Vice President reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, and shares a photo of himself with Representative John Lewis, Jesse Jackson, and other leaders of the civil rights movement. Vice President Biden reminds us that, as we celebrate the Fourth of July, we must also celebrate and remember the struggles of a generation that pushed to make the Declaration of Independence's inalienable rights -- of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" -- a reality for all Americans. Take a listen to the latest episode, "50 Years Later."       Top Stories Expanding Medicaid Twenty-four states have not yet expanded Medicaid -- and if they don't change course, 5.7 million people won't have access to health insurance coverage in 2016. Check out our new resource center, featuring an interactive map that shows how Medicaid expansion will help people in each state -- from access to affordable health insurance and preventive care, to new jobs created. READ MORE The President Heads to D.C.'s Key Bridge to Talk Infrastructure and the Economy Yesterday afternoon, President Obama talked about infrastructure and the economy, with Washington, D.C.'s Francis Scott Key Bridge serving as the backdrop. READ MORE President Obama Speaks on Immigration Reform In the Rose Garden on Monday, President Obama reiterated his commitment to immigration reform and reproached House Republicans for their unwillingness to confront this important issue. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Time (ET) 12:00 PM: The President meets with economists for lunch; the Vice President also attends 12:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest 4:05 PM: The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of the Treasury Lew 4:50 PM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing   Facebook     Twitter    |   More Ways to Engage Did Someone Forward This to You? Sign Up for Email Updates This email was sent to e0nstar1.blog@gmail.com 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