The White House was illuminated pink last night to mark the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During October, President Obama wrote in a Presidential Proclamation, “we honor those we have lost, lend our strength to those who carry on the fight, and pledge to educate ourselves and our loved ones about this tragic disease.”
Learn more about Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Tourists have their picture taken in front of the White House, Oct. 1, 2012. The North Portico of the White House is illuminated pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (Official White House Photo by Sonya N. Hebert)

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Vice President Biden Celebrates Achievements of MRAP Task Force

Vice President Biden honors the achievements of the Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected vehicle (MRAP) Task Force—the men and women who helped accelerate the production and fielding of protective vehicles to our forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, saving the lives of thousands of American service members.

Communities Around the Country Mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month From its humble origins in 1981 as a Day of Unity, October — Domestic Violence Awareness Month — has become a time to celebrate survivors, congratulate advocates, empower victims, and mourn the deaths of those lost to domestic violence.

Weekly Address: It’s Time for Congress to Help Responsible Homeowners In this week’s address, President Obama explains his administration’s steps to help the housing market, but says we need Congress’s help to do more.

Today’s Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

11:00 AM: The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event
12:00 PM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing
3:30 PM: The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event