WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 11: (AFP OUT) U.S. President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama (2nd L) and daughters Malia (R) and Sasha pose for a group photo with children dressed as elves prior to attending performances at the annual “Christmas in Washington” gala on December 11, 2011 in Washington, DC. It’s the 30th anniversary of the “Christmas in Washington” gala. (Photo by Mike Theiler-Pool/Getty Images)