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Message from the White House

I image every registered Democrat receives these messages. Just in case you do not, here is an update I received this morning from the White House:

Good morning,
I'm writing today with an update on the situation in Libya, including the actions we've taken with allies and partners to protect the Libyan people from the brutality of Moammar Qaddafi. For further details, please take a moment to watch this morning's Weekly Address:
Sending our brave men and women in uniform into harm's way is not a decision I make lightly. But when someone like Qaddafi threatens a bloodbath that could destabilize an entire region, it is in our national interest to act. In fact, it’s our responsibility.
Our mission in Libya is clear and focused -- and we are succeeding.
Along with our allies and partners, we are enforcing the mandate of the United Nations Security Council. Working with other countries, we have put in place a no-fly zone and other measures that will help prevent further violence and brutality. Qaddafi's air defenses have been taken out, and his forces are no longer advancing across Libya.
As a consequence of our quick action, the lives of countless innocent civilians have been saved, and a humanitarian catastrophe has been avoided.
The role of American forces in this mission is limited. After providing unique capabilities at the beginning, we are now handing over control of the no-fly zone to our NATO allies and partners, including Arab partners like Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
The United States has also joined with the international community to deliver urgent humanitarian assistance. We're offering support to the Libyan opposition and have frozen tens of billions of dollars of Qaddafi's assets.
Our message to Qaddafi is clear: attacks against innocent civilians must end, his forces must be pulled back, humanitarian aid must reach Libyans in need, and those responsible for the violence in Libya must be held accountable.
The progress we've made over the past seven days demonstrates how the international community should work, with many nations, not just the United States, bearing the responsibility and cost of upholding international law.
Every American can be proud of the service of our men and women in uniform who have once again stood up for our interests and ideals. And as we move forward, I will continue to keep each of you fully informed on our progress.
Sincerely,
Barack Obama
President of the United States
P.S. On Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. EDT, I will deliver an address at the National Defense University in Washington, DC on the situation in Libya. You can watch the speech live at WhiteHouse.gov/live.
___________________________________________

Later today I have to go to my flotilla to help set up for tomorrow's annual division award banquet. Tommorrow I will be at the award ceremony taking photographs, so none will likely be of me since I spend my time behind the camera. I will be glad when this is over. This has been a lot of work. I still need to fold the programs and cut the inserts.

I will miss Fredo so much! We have lost a few friends since moving over to MyBloggers, but I do not miss the acronimity from the other site.

posted on Mar 26, 2011 9:02 AM ()

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I get those messages... I like hearing from the Pres via my email.
Fredo will be missed, and this site seems to be shrinking, but I agree that it's still better than that other site.
comment by kristilyn3 on Mar 27, 2011 9:35 AM ()
I am going to have to build closer ties to some of you remaining.
reply by dragonflyby on Mar 27, 2011 6:04 PM ()
Message remarks first: While I support our president, I don't support this Libyan air "attack". The rebels instigated the revolt. If some sect of Americans attacked our government with weapons, I would imagine the army would retaliate--whether defensive or offensive. Simply standing by wouldn't be an option. I don't much like Kadafi, but he's doing what he thinks is in his best interests--to hold on to power. We should stay out of it. I wonder why we didn't get involved in the Darfur genocide?
Secondly, good luck today with the banquet. And third, Fredo will return, mark my word.
comment by solitaire on Mar 27, 2011 7:16 AM ()
It is not HIS air attack. It is a UN initiative.
reply by dragonflyby on Mar 27, 2011 6:05 PM ()
Just take the time to chill and do nothing for a day. Watch a good movie,
drink a little wine and order a pizza. Believe me, we all need that kind
of down time once in awhile.
comment by elderjane on Mar 27, 2011 6:28 AM ()
Yes, I definitely need a break after today!
reply by dragonflyby on Mar 27, 2011 6:06 PM ()
I hope you have a great time at the banquet. It is always a shame that the photographers never seem to get into any of the pictures.
I know what you mean about the hostility at the other site. It is so much smoother over hear. I am defintiely going to miss Fredo. I hope he opts for it to be a short break and returns soon.
comment by lunarhunk on Mar 26, 2011 1:30 PM ()
This year I was in two photos! Someone took the photos with my camera.
reply by dragonflyby on Mar 27, 2011 6:07 PM ()
Yes, my message from President Obama also arrived. I'll be listening to his speech. Best wishes for your award banquet. Bravo for all your hard work to make it a success!
comment by marta on Mar 26, 2011 12:34 PM ()
I received the award for publications. That was more or less expected.
reply by dragonflyby on Mar 27, 2011 6:08 PM ()
Good luck with the award banquet going smoothly. I'm sure it will because you've done all the work getting ready. You can breathe a big sigh of relief when it's over and sit on your deck with a refreshing beverage.
comment by troutbend on Mar 26, 2011 11:32 AM ()
So glad it is over! Now, to take a day off.
reply by dragonflyby on Mar 27, 2011 6:09 PM ()

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