Laugh The Day Away

This probably would have deterred many from seeking to rule. http://t.co/kugEXDWJWd

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George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 10, 2014

From a fan. Surely they could have considered the possible interpretations. http://t.co/XrqQOSs13X

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George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 09, 2014

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From a fan, taken at small grocery. Oh myyy...careful what you ass for. http://t.co/pmsHzUsWhz

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George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 09, 2014

Innocent spelling mistakes. If only they knew what they were saying. ohmyyy.gt/rwgUE4 #OhMyyy http://t.co/XtPNSmnISL

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George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 09, 2014

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From a fan. Bad weather's coming... http://t.co/ON4AHZQlCh

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George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 08, 2014

@GeorgeTakei Same weather a day earlier... http://t.co/B431ejxHae

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Calvin (@GorillaProducer) July 08, 2014

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From a fan: Math. It's so tricky sometimes. http://t.co/9WDYnlnVHi

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George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 07, 2014

Life nowadays. http://t.co/9KrLZJWp2X

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George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 07, 2014

President Obama on the economy

For those who missed it.

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Chat on!

President’s Statement on Humanitarian Situation at Southwest Border

6:45 EDT: President Obama Makes a Statement on the Humanitarian Situation at the Southwest Border

Also at White House Live

A Tweet Or Two

President Obama on the confirmation of Julián Castro as our next Secretary of Housing and Urban Development → http://t.co/KQBa0J2VFb

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The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 09, 2014

Hi, we're Hobby Lobby. We outsourced manufacturing to a country w/forced abortions but won't cover female employee IUD, cos we're pro-life.

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John Fugelsang (@JohnFugelsang) July 09, 2014

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Finally, the source of all those people trying to get to America. #ImpeachLadyLiberty via: newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=19143 http://t.co/JR2LhYXvY6

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Steve Marmel (@Marmel) July 09, 2014

Obama in a nutshell: "The Best Worst President Ever," via blog.sfgate.com/morford/2014/0… http://t.co/J1xdnvgQ4q

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Steve Marmel (@Marmel) July 09, 2014

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“Do Not Let Them Win By You Being Cynical”

President Barack Obama speaks about the economy at Cheesman Park in Denver

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President Barack Obama is hugged by a child in the crowd after speaking about the economy

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"I’m here for every American who works their tail off and does everything right & believes in the American Dream." —Obama #OpportunityForAll

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The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 09, 2014

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"The only story that matters is your story." —President Obama on why he's focused on expanding opportunity for more Americans

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The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 09, 2014

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The Denver Post: President Obama In Denver Touts Economic Progress

President Obama, speaking to a crowd of hand-picked guests in Denver Wednesday at Cheesman Park, touted gains made in the economy following the recession that challenged the start of his presidency. “We have come farther and recovered faster than almost any other advanced country on Earth,” the president said. Obama continued his populist message, telling guests: “I’m here for every American who works their tail off and does everything right and who believes in the American dream and asks for nothing but a decent chance in life for themselves and their families.” He said: “I’m here to say I hear you. And sometimes it’s as simple as that — that I’m listening and paying attention. … I see myself in folks, because I remember my first minimum wage job — at Baskin Robbins by the way, wearing a cap and an apron — and how a little raise would have helped.

“I think about what it was like for me to finance college and child care costs. … Your stories are ours. You’re why I ran. What I want to make sure of is, as screwed up as Washington gets, that everyone here understands that there is progress to be made and that there’s someone fighting for them.” Dooley, who dined with president on Tuesday, said she believed his message was one that harkened back to his 2008 campaign. “He talked about hope and change then,” said Dooley. “And though he inherited a bad economy it’s now changing and more opportunities are coming about. His message of raising the minimum wage helped my boss realize it was important.”

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“They said no to equal pay for equal work. They said no to unemployment insurance.” —Obama on Republicans in Congress blocking progress

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The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 09, 2014

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Obama: "I’m not going to stand by and let partisan gridlock or political games threaten the hard work of millions of Americans."

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White House Live (@WHLive) July 09, 2014

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Doug Mills: President Obama runs up on stage to deliver remarks on the economy and Immigration at Cheesman Park, in Denver.

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Yup. It’s horse head guy

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Nothing gets a bigger response from the crowd than mentions of Boehner's plan to sue POTUS for doing his job, while they do nothing

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Dan Pfeiffer (@pfeiffer44) July 09, 2014

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"I will keep trying to restore the American Dream for everyone who’s willing to work for it." —President Obama #OpportunityForAll

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The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 09, 2014

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Alex Dooley of Denver, who had written to President Barack Obama thanking him for talking about raising the minimum wage and her boss doing so, introduces the president before he spoke about the economy

Denver Is For Pool

President Obama Speaks on the Economy

12:20 EDT: President Obama Speaks on the Economy, Denver

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Rise and Shine

On This Day: Cedar Rapids, July 10, 2012 (Photo by Christopher Dilts for Obama for America)

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Today

MDT

10:20: The President delivers remarks, Cheesman Park, Denver, Colorado

White House Live

12:20: Delivers remarks and answers questions at a DSCC event, Westin Denver Downtown

1:30: Departs Denver en route Dallas

CDT

4:15: Arrives Dallas

4:55: Meets with local elected officials and faith leaders, DalFort Fueling, Dallas

7:15: Delivers remarks and answers questions at a DCCC event, Private Residence, Dallas

8:40: Departs Dallas en route Austin

9:30: Arrives Austin

10:45: Delivers remarks and answers questions at a DNC event, Private Resident, Austin

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President Obama’s on the road again this week to meet with people who wrote him letters → http://t.co/1sSch7sCIa pic.twitter.com/unHTLAsZEv

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 8, 2014

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Thursday: In Austin, the President will attend a DNC event, and will deliver remarks on the economy, before returning to the White House.

Friday: The President will attend meetings at the White House.

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President Obama visits with people along 15th Street in downtown Denver after arriving in Colorado, July 08

President Obama fist bumps with a statue of a gorilla at Wynkoop Brewery in downtown Denver

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USA Today: Obama’s day: Denver, Dallas, Austin

President Obama has a busy travel schedule in the west on Wednesday, starting in Colorado, winding up in Texas, and talking about the economy, the congressional elections, and problems at the nation’s southern border.

The schedule includes three Democratic fundraisers in three cities: Denver, Dallas, and Austin.

Obama, who spent the night in Denver, begins the day with a speech on the economy at a park in the Mile High City.

Around lunchtime, the president headlines a fundraiser benefiting the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.

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Instagram video here

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On This Day

Former democratic presidential nominee rivals Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and Senator Barack Obama make their first joint appearance in New York City at a morning women’s breakfast rally at the Hilton hotel on July 10, 2008

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President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama meet with Pope Benedict XVI at the Vatican on July 10, 2009 (Photo by Pete Souza)

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Cedar Rapids, July 10, 2012 (Photo by Christopher Dilts for Obama for America)

Cedar Rapids, July 10, 2012 (Photo by Christopher Dilts for Obama for America)

Cedar Rapids, July 10, 2012 (Photo by Christopher Dilts for Obama for America)

First Lady Michelle Obama speaks at Barbara Goleman Senior High School during a campaign event on July 10, 2012 in Miami Lakes, Florida.

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President Obama chats with actress, playwright, and professor Anna Deavere Smith before awarding her the 2012 National Humanities Medal on July 10, 2013

President Obama greets author Ernest Gaines before awarding him the 2012 National Medal of Arts on July 10, 2013

First Lady Michelle Obama poses for a portrait at the White House on July 10, 2013

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MoooOOOooornin again everyone. I’m still in news-less R&S mode, hopefully things will get quieter soon and I’ll be able to resume normal-ish service. For now, if you could carry on posting links to any good stuff in the comments, that would be terrrrrrrriffic.

Early Bird Chat

@petesouza: Whistling along to “Brown Eyed Girl”, Pres Obama shoots pool w Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper in Denver

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MoooOOOooorning – Happy Wednesday!