Obama will be the first U.S. president to attend a White House Seder.

[Ian David]

Obama will be the first U.S. president to attend a White House Seder.

Last night, the White House released President Obama’s schedule for the remainder of the week, which included participation in the White House Seder on Thursday:

On Thursday, President Obama will participate in an event at the White House where he will discuss the need to enhance the quality of healthcare afforded to members of our Armed Forces and our Veterans. The Press Secretary will brief in the afternoon. President Obama and his family will mark the beginning of Passover with a Seder at the White House with friends and staff.

The Jerusalem Post notes that Thursday’s event is “believed to be the first White House Seder attended by an American president.” Yesterday, Obama also issued an official White House letter with his “warmest wishes to all celebrating the sacred festival of Passover.” “Chag sameach,” he added. (HT: JMZ)

More:
http://thinkprogress.org/2009/04/08/obama-seder/



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[flor de jasmim]

1. I didn't know the WH even HAD a seder! Good for him.

[Ian David]

2. It does NOW. n/t

[rateyes]

3. Love these two responses:

The Republic of Hymenoptera Stupidity Says:
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Candyce Says:

Are Muslins allowed to do this?
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Yes, as are percales, tweeds, and worsted wools…

But not the gabardines… NEVER… the gabardines…

April 8th, 2009 at 10:46 am

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ralph the wonder locust Says:
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Wingnuts response: “See? We told you he was Jewi– er, Musl– uh… WAR ON EASTER! WAR ON EASTER! CALL TO ARMS!!!!”

April 8th, 2009 at 10:31 am

[rateyes]

4. I hope Michelle, Sasha, and Malia participate, as well. nt

[CTyankee]

5. Kids participating in the Seder is a tradition. I bet they will.

It's a lovely meal and a wonderful story about struggle and overcoming adversity.

[Seeking Serenity]

6. Where are all the strict separationists?

Why aren't they here condemning this entanglement between religion and government?