East Room *** THE FIRST LADY: Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you. Oh, thank you very much. (Applause.) Thank you. Please, really, thank you. Please sit, really. Thank you. Thank you, John. You know, I’ve really enjoyed getting to know you, Stewart, and the entire, you know, WHHA — WHHA board better. (Laughter.) And your dedication to preserving our history…
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The Status of Women is the Status of Democracy: Advancing Women’s Political and Civic Participation and Leadership at the Second Summit for Democracy
As Vice President Harris has said, “the status of women is the status of democracy.” The ability of women and girls to participate safely, freely, and equally in political life and in society is a defining feature of democracy, but this hard-won progress is increasingly fragile. Wherever women and girls are under threat, so, too,…
A Proclamation on National Public Lands Day, 2023
Our public lands — including our national parks, monuments, forests, and wildlife preserves — are irreplaceable and home to so many of the natural wonders that represent the heart and soul of our Nation. They unite and inspire us, and from generation to generation, they have sustained us. On National Public Lands Day, we…
Statement by President Joe Biden on International Women’s Day
On International Women’s Day, we recognize the achievements of women and girls in the United States and across the globe, celebrate the progress we’ve made, and recommit ourselves to the work that remains to deliver the full measure of equity, dignity, and opportunity due to all women and girls. Every person deserves the chance to…
Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on New Abortion Bans
Today marks the latest attack against the fundamental rights of Americans as new abortion bans go into effect in Idaho, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas. These extreme bans will criminalize abortion, in some cases without exceptions for rape or incest. These near-total abortion bans are part of a growing effort by Republican legislators to roll back…
Remarks by President Biden at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute 46th Annual Gala
Walter E. Washington Convention CenterWashington, D.C. (September 21, 2023) 8:02 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Whoa. My Lord, this dinner gets bigger and bigger and bigger. Thanks for inviting me. (Applause.) Please, have a seat if you have one. If you don’t, come on up with me. Adriano, thanks for that introduction. And…
Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Trudeau at Gala Dinner
Canadian Aviation and Space MuseumOttawa, Canada 7:19 P.M. EDT PRIME MINISTER TRUDEAU: Miigwech, Claudette, for that beautiful prayer. Mr. President, Joe, thanks for coming to visit, neighbor. (Laughter.) Dr. Biden, Jill, thank you for being here as well. I know Sophie had a great time showing you around today. And over the years at various…
A Proclamation on National Volunteer Week, 2023
This week, we honor the selfless spirit of Americans who volunteer, and we sound the call for more Americans to seize opportunities to serve their communities. Every day across America, volunteers are performing extraordinary acts of service. They are repairing and rebuilding homes, educating our youth, and connecting people to jobs. They are supporting…
Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden to Military Families on Independence Day
South Lawn 5:04 P.M. EDT THE FIRST LADY: Thank you, Chaplain Barkehmeyer. And thank you to the USO for helping to make this event so special and for being such a great partner to my White House Joining Forces initiative that supports military and veteran families, caregivers, and survivors. Secretary Austin, Charlene, my fellow military families,…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Marks Progress On One Year Anniversary of the Global Health Worker Initiative
One year ago, the White House launched the Global Health Worker Initiative (GHWI), recognizing that a health workforce that is supported, equipped and protected to provide essential public health functions is integral to reclaiming lost ground from the COVID-19 pandemic and preparing for future health threats. This initiative aims to meet an urgent need: the…
