Sure, I got a good seat at the 2010 National Christmas Tree Lighting, but apparently I didn't actually pick the best one available. Kinda like sitting behind the foul pole at a ballgame.

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The First Family gathers around the switch to light the 2010 National Christmas Tree.

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The 2010 National Christmas Tree is lit! Unfortunately, this picture is straight -- the tree is still in need of good grooming and pruning.

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First Lady Michelle Obama reads Clement Moore's "A Visit from St. Nicholas" to children on stage.

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Santa Claus greets the crowd.

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