Hockey Training Programs: Gov.: Thomas wrong to avoid White House (AP) Gov.: Thomas wrong to avoid White House (AP) ================================================================================ Carl C. on 26 January, 2012 12:23:36 A Boston Bruins goalie's decision to skip a White House ceremony with President Barack Obama because he believes the federal government is "out of control" points to a growing lack of courtesy in the country, Gov. Deval Patrick said Thursday. Patrick, a Democrat, was asked about the controversy Thursday during his monthly "Ask the Governor" program on WTKK-FM.