Epoch Times (with slideshow):President Barack Obama hosted a large Fourth of July party Sunday for military personnel and their families and friends on the South Lawn of the White House. The Obamas not only celebrated the signing of the Declaration Of Independence but also their daughter Malia’s birthday.
More than a thousand people attended to acknowledge the birth of our free nation. Red, white, and blue colors were everywhere. With flags flying and patriotic table settings the Obama family served barbecue to their guests. Malia Obama turned 12 while her country turned 234.
“Welcome to the White House and Happy Fourth of July! All across our great country today, folks are coming together decked out in their red, white, and blue, firing up the grill, having a good time with family, just like here today. Now of course I’ll admit that the backyard is a little bigger here but it’s the same spirit, and Michelle and I couldn’t imagine a better way to celebrate America’s birthday,” said President Obama.
More than 1,200 military service men and women were invited to the event that featured performances from comedian Cedric the Entertainer. The pop/rock band The Killers also performed at the presidential Independence Day party. The event was broadcast live from the White House official website.
The party began with a speech from President Barack Obama. The night concluded with a massive fireworks display.
Howie P.S.: With
The Killers and
Cedric the Entertainer in attendance, I wish I could locate some video of this event.
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