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06/01/2009

AP Advisory: 'Capital Culture' Debuts June 8

Editors:

The AP is introducing a new column that will explore the cultural side of Washington, from the personalities and behind-the-scenes activities of the Obama White House to the pecularities and intrigue that make the nation's capital unique. Called "Capital Culture," this fixture will move each Monday afternoon, starting June 8, for use beginning at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday. We also expect to move similar stories as they develop at other times under the same "Capital Culture" heading.

This new column will include profiles of key administration players as well as the lesser known people who make the White House and Congress work. It also will provide insider glimpses of Washington power brokers and explore how the Obamas are impacting American culture, from fashion to gardening to pickup basketball. These features will be a joint effort of the AP's White House team in Washington and Lifestyles team in New York. We commend them to your attention.

The AP