Washington Photo Blog: Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009

A Chinese staff member sweeps a red carpet laid out for U.S. President Barack Obama's arrival at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Ng Han Guan / AP

Red Plush

A Chinese staff member sweeps a red carpet laid out for U.S. President Barack Obama's arrival at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

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