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President Obama Hangs Out with America

Your Daily Snapshot for
Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Yesterday, President Obama sat down for a discussion with a group of Americans from across the country in a Google+ Hangout. It was the first online conversation to happen at the White House in real time -- ever.

If you missed any of the action, check out the full video here.

President Obama participates in a Google+ Hangout at the White House. (Official White House Photo, Pete Souza)

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Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

11:15 AM: The President meets with senior advisors

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

10:45 AM: The President holds a Cabinet Meeting

2:00 PM: The Vice President attends a campaign event

4:30 PM: The President meets with Secretary of Defense Panetta

6:30 PM: The Vice President attends a campaign event

7:15 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event

9:10 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event

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