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Biden to lead delegation to Special Olympics
Posted: 02.10.2009 at 7:56 PM
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden will lead a delegation to the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Boise, Idaho.

The White House announced that Biden will watch the final round of Thursday's figure skating competition and present medals to THE athletes.

He also will host a reception for the athletes, their families and volunteers.

Special Olympics programs foster disabled athletes through competition.

Among those scheduled to travel with Biden are Education Secretary Arne Duncan, Idaho Democratic Rep. Walt Minnick and Olympic figure skaters Michelle Kwan and Scott Hamilton.

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