The President began the day with his daily security brieifing. That was followed by an economic briefing. He then had extended meetings with his staff.

The President then appreaned on live on Michael Smerconish's radio show.

The President ended the public part of the day with a forum on health care reform that took place at the DNC headquarters. . The President also released a vdieo message to muslim world on the begiinnng of Ramadan.