Obama interrupts golf game for earthquake briefing
Source: The Oklahoman - Aug 23, 2011 at 7:18 PM
OAK BLUFFS, Mass. (AP) — President Barack Obama was just starting a round of golf when the East Coast earthquake rattled the ground around him.
He put the foursome on hold and, within the hour, was on the telephone and getting updates on the temblor's aftermath from top aides, the White House said.
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