Christmas Arrives at the Obama White House

Outside The National Christmas Tree, situated on the Mall, also features energy-efficient lighting, consuming 6,000 watts (vs. 18,000 last year).
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The National Christmas Tree, situated on the Mall, also features energy-efficient lighting, consuming 6,000 watts (vs. 18,000 last year). It will be lit by the Obamas in an official ceremony on Dec. 3, 2009.

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