For generations, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AA and NHPIs) have faced entrenched disparities, discrimination, and inequitable barriers to reaching the American dream. President Biden and Vice President Harris know that America’s future prosperity and global leadership is tied to the success of individuals, families, and communities. As we recover from the pandemic…
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Remarks by President Biden on Bidenomics
Flex LTDWest Columbia, South Carolina 12:58 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, South Carolina! (Applause.) Thank you, Nikki, for that intro- — if you wonder what I’m kicking here, I’m kicking this stand-in. (Laughter.) But it’s not working. How about that? All right, maybe I stand on it and give my — I’ll be 6’4”. (Laughter.)…
What They are Reading in the States: Biden-Harris Officials Lead a Nationwide Economic Travel Blitz
This week, as President Biden showcased America’s leadership on the world stage, Biden-Harris Cabinet members and administration officials led a nationwide economic travel blitz to highlight how the President’s economic agenda is delivering results for communities here in the states. Biden-Harris officials fanned out across the country – from Alabama to Alaska – and…
FACT SHEET: Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Advancing Economic and Public Health Opportunities for Communities of Color
A little over a month ago, the President announced the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework—a bipartisan agreement to make the largest long-term investment in our infrastructure and competitiveness in nearly a century. This week, the Senate is considering the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, a once-in-a-generation investment in our infrastructure. The bipartisan infrastructure agreement will grow…
FACT SHEET: Biden Harris Administration Announces Commitments to Advance Pay Equity and Support Women’s Economic Security
This Equal Pay Day, the White House is announcing critical steps that the Biden-Harris Administration is taking to advance pay equity and promote women’s economic security. President Biden and Vice President Harris have long championed equal pay as a cornerstone of their commitment to ensuring all people have a fair and equal opportunity to get ahead. Closing gender and racial wage gaps is essential to building…
FACT SHEET: How the Biden-Harris Administration Is Advancing Educational Equity
As Schools Reopen, Vital PK-12 Investments Will Address Disparities, Build Back Our Schools on a Stronger and More Equitable Foundation, and Enable America to Compete Globally The last year and a half have been extraordinarily challenging for America’s students. As we prepare for the 2021-2022 school year, the Biden-Harris Administration is committed to helping every…
FACT SHEET: Biden Harris Administration Announces Bold Multi-Sector Actions to Eliminate Systemic Barriers in STEMM
Today, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) is announcing a historic slate of bold actions across the U.S. government and businesses, civic, academic, nonprofit, community-based, and philanthropic organizations to advance the Biden-Harris Administration’s STEMM Equity and Excellence priorities. These commitments activate a national vision and drive transformative change across the American…
Remarks by President Biden on Broadband Investments
East Room 12:13 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Please. Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you. Please. Thank you. Although I like the fact Joe Manchin is standing all this time. (Laughter.) He’s a friend. Hi, Joe Joe. How are you, pal? Before I begin, let me say a few words about the events in Russia. And excuse me, I’m a…
REMARKS BY VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS ON INVESTING IN BROADBAND
South Court AuditoriumEisenhower Executive Office Building 11:55 A.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, Madam President.Good morning to everyone. Secretary Gina Raimondo, Secretary Deb Haaland, I want to thank you both, on behalf of the President and myself, for your leadership. I have watched closely as you have taken the helm at the Department of Commerce…
UPDATED FACT SHEET: Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
On July 28, the President and the bipartisan group announced agreement on the details of a once-in-a-generation investment in our infrastructure, which was immediately taken up in the Senate for consideration. The legislation includes around $550 billion in new federal investment in America’s roads and bridges, water infrastructure, resilience, internet, and more. The bipartisan Infrastructure…
