BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION It is more vital than ever that we ensure our older adults can age with the dignity, security, and appreciation that every person deserves. Honoring and respecting older Americans is a matter of basic human dignity and justice — it is part of the character…
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Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Biden Honoring the Lives Lost in Buffalo, New York, and Calling on All Americans to Condemn White Supremacy
Delavan Grider Community CenterBuffalo, New York 12:21 P.M. EDT THE FIRST LADY: I just wanted to say thank you to the families for opening up your hearts to us and for letting us be with you today. So God bless you, and thank you for allowing us to be with you. Thank you. (Applause.) THE…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, May 16, 2022
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 3:08 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon, everybody. Hello. I know that was a long two minutes. I apologize. Okay, let’s get started. So, before we start the briefing, I want to take a moment to recognize the lives lost and forever changed in Buffalo. Former Buffalo Police Lieutenant…
Remarks by President Biden at the Medal Of Valor Ceremony
East Room 11:52 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, General. Thank you very much. And welcome to the White House, everyone. The Attorney General Garland’s introduction is incredibly worthwhile. We’re here to recognize your leadership and all you’ve done. You know, we’re also joined by Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco — is here — and…
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. to Award Medals of Valor
On May 16, 2022, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., will award the Medal of Valor to fifteen public safety officers, including two officers who died in the line of duty, during a ceremony in the East Room. These awards are for acts of bravery in eight different incidents during the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 award cycles.…
Remarks by Vice President Harris Before Air Force Two Departure
Joint Base AndrewsPrince George’s County, Maryland THE VICE PRESIDENT: Hi. So, we are — I’m leading a delegation on behalf of the President and our administration to express our condolences. The United States takes quite seriously the strength of our relationship and partnership with UAE. And we are going there, then, to express our condolences,…
A Proclamation on Older Americans Month, 2022
During Older Americans Month, we honor our Nation’s seniors and the tremendous impact they have made in helping build a more perfect Union. Older Americans contribute their time and wisdom to make our communities stronger, more informed, and better connected. They are our loved ones, friends, mentors, essential workers, volunteers, and neighbors. We celebrate their…
Press Gaggle by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, April 21, 2022
Aboard Air Force OneEn Route Portland, Oregon 1:32 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon, and thanks for joining us on President Biden’s first trip to Oregon and Washington. I know you all got a background memo last night, but just a few points about this trip I wanted to highlight. The focus of the President’s…
Remarks by Vice President Harris on the Administration’s Historic Commitment to Worker Organizing and Empowerment
Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 JATCPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. (Applause.) Good afternoon, everyone. Good afternoon. Can we please give it up for William? (Applause.) You know, I was — I was backstage listening to you, William. And when I listened to you — we had a minute to talk earlier — and…
Care Businesses: A Model that Doesn’t Work for Providers, Workers, or Families
By Heather Boushey, Lisa Barrow, Gopi Shah Goda, Victoria Lee, Anna Pasnau, and Sarah Wheaton Across the United States, thousands of mostly small businesses supply care for children, the elderly, and the disabled or infirm. Their role in the nation’s care infrastructure is critical. Not only do they support the well-being of the people entrusted…
