White House (picnic) serves up a tasty thanks to lawmakers (Photos)

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June 8, 2010

WASHINGTON — Members of Congress lined up near a fire pit on the South Lawn on Tuesday to eat Northwest-style salmon while others chomped down on Midwest-style hot dogs.

It was all part of the White House’s annual congressional picnic, and this year the event featured foods from regions across the country for a “Tastes of the States” theme.

President Barack Obama, standing next to first lady Michelle Obama, told lawmakers he wanted to thank them for their “incredible devotion to the country, regardless of party.” As part of the event, every member of Congress is invited, along with their families.

Obama said the nation has seen a tough few years and “that’s meant that Congress has had to do more on a whole range of issues.” The oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico means more pressure to work together and with the administration to dealing with the crisis, he said.

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