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Chicago Cubs: World Champs feted at White House by President Obama

President Obama, a loyal Chicago White Sox fan got in some funny jibes at being a Sox fan and acknowledging the Chicago Cubs historic World Series win. But he spoke for a legion of Cubs fans who work in the White House.

Mr. Obama said the First Lady, Michelle, grew up rooting for the Chicago Cubs and watching games on TV with her Dad. She invited her favorite player Jose Cardenal to the White House today. She met with the players before the ceremony was held.

Obama started off his remarks by saying, “They said this day will never come.