Resorts World Las Vegas Las Vegas, Nevada 2:20 P.M. PDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Can we hear it for Maya? (Applause.) Well, hello, Las Vegas. (Applause.) (Laughs.) Oh, it’s good to be back. It’s good to be back. AUDIENCE: Four more years! Four more years! Four more years! THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Indeed. And we…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Continues to Counter Hate-Fueled Violence
One year ago today, President Biden and Vice President Harris hosted the United We Stand Summit to counter the corrosive effects of hate-fueled violence on our democracy and public safety, highlight the response of the Biden-Harris Administration and communities nationwide to these dangers, and put forward a shared, bipartisan vision for a more united America. Hate must…
Remarks by President Biden at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies 30th Annual Gala
8:03 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Whoa! What a crowd. Please have a seat if you have one. (Laughs.) Well, thank you, Judy Chu, for that introduction and for your leadership of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus. By the way, I was raised early on by a guy who wa- —…
Remarks by President Biden at a Campaign Reception
The Mayflower HotelWashington, D.C. 6:03 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My name is Joe Biden. I work for Tammy Duckworth. (Laughter.) Folks, I want to thank Tammy for that introduction — most of all, for her friendship and her partnership. And, Raja, your partnership and leadership in the House has been invaluable. Excuse me. I’ve got…
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies Annual Gala
Washington, D.C. Thank you, Judy. You’re such a force for your constituents and your community. Thank you for your friendship and your decades of leadership. Madalene, thank you for putting your heart and hard work into making this evening a success. I’m excited to be joined tonight by Secretary Becerra and Ambassador Tai. Leader Jeffries,…
Statement by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on The White House “United We Stand” Summit
On Thursday, September 15, President Biden will host at the White House the United We Stand Summit to counter the corrosive effects of hate-fueled violence on our democracy and public safety, highlight the response of the Biden-Harris Administration and communities nationwide to these dangers, and put forward a shared vision for a more united America.…
Remarks by President Biden and Vice President Harris at a Reception in Celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month
Rose Garden 5:01 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everyone. Good afternoon. (Applause.) Please have a seat, those who can — those who have a chair. (Laughter.) Well, it — what a beautiful day. And it is so good to be with so many dear friends and so many extraordinary leaders. And, of course,…
FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration Advances Equity and Opportunity for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities Across the Country
Since day one of this Administration, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have prioritized the advancement of opportunity, equity, and safety for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) communities to realize the full promise of our nation. Throughout Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Biden-Harris…
United We Stand: Countering Hate-Fueled Violence Together
By Domestic Policy Advisor Susan E. Rice Hate must have no safe harbor in America—especially when that hate fuels the kind of violence we’ve seen from Oak Creek to Pittsburgh, from El Paso to Poway, and from Atlanta to Buffalo. When we cannot settle our differences of opinion peacefully, and when ordinary Americans cannot participate…
Remarks by President Biden at Screening of “American Born Chinese” in Celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month
East Room 8:06 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My name is Joe Biden. (Laughter.) I’ve never won an Academy Award. (Laughter.) Can’t act worth a damn. (Laughter.) Can’t sing, can’t dance. Can’t do much of anything. (Laughter.) But it’s good to be with all of you. Good evening, everyone. This the largest Asian American, Native Hawaiian,…
