Month: February 2023

Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
24 Feb

Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap

Politics
On Wednesday, in celebration of Black History Month, the White House Office of Public Engagement hosted a listening session with over 70 Black venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) stakeholders titled Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap. The discussion was moderated by Under Secretary Don Cravins from the Minority Business Development Agency, which was permanently authorized under President Biden’s leadership, granting the agency expanded power to support Black-and other minority-owned businesses. Biden-Harris Administration officials shared information about programs available to stakeholders that promote economic growth in the Black community. Stakeholders shared the ways in which the…
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Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
24 Feb

Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on UN Vote To Support Peace in Ukraine

Politics
Nearly one year after Russia launched its brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, 141 countries — from every continent and every corner of the world — issued a powerful call for a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace in Ukraine in line with the principles of the UN Charter. By overwhelmingly voting in favor of the UN General Assembly resolution today, these nations stood firmly in support of the rules-based international order, and spoke with one voice to demand Russia’s full, immediate, and unconditional withdrawal from all of Ukraine’s territory. A year into this conflict, the international community remains steadfast in upholding our shared values, including the…
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Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
24 Feb

Readout of Vice President Harris’ Meeting with Members of the National Space Council’s Users’ Advisory Group

Politics
Today, Vice President Harris, as Chair of the National Space Council, convened members of the Space Council’s Users’ Advisory Group (UAG) at the White House. The Vice President laid out her vision for the work of the UAG and thanked members for their leadership and service. UAG members discussed their perspectives and ideas related to space and how the UAG can support the National Space Council. Today’s meeting with the Vice President was preceded by the inaugural UAG meeting under this Administration. The UAG is responsible for making recommendations to the National Space Council on space policy and strategy, including government…
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Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
23 Feb

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, February 23, 2023

Politics
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:33 P.M. EST MS. JEAN-PIERRE:  All right, good afternoon, everybody. Q    Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE:  It is orange season — (laughter) — if you missed the memo yesterday. Okay.  So, at the top, I want to say that our hearts go out to the family of Dylan Lyons, the Spectrum News reporter killed in Orange County, Florida, yesterday, and to the families of the other two community members who were killed by the same shooter, including a nine-year-old girl with her whole life in front of her.  The girl’s mother and a Spectrum photojournalist…
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War Day 210: war diaries w/Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin
23 Feb

War Day 210: war diaries w/Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin

Politics
There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and well-funded russian fascism propaganda machines. We were born in Russia, we have lost friends to this murderer… we see how he “zombifies” most and intimidates and beats down the rest. We also know where his weak spots are and what atrocities his regime is committing on a daily basis. Message from the source channel owner. Daily War Chronicles: Feygin and @arestovych – English translation #PrivateerStation @Alexey Arestovych #Фейгин #ФейгинLIVE Arestovich…
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Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
23 Feb

FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration’s Work to Support Black Disabled Americans

Politics
Black Americans with disabilities are deserving of dignity, respect, and equal opportunity to achieve the American Dream. Black History Month celebrates the resilience and talents of Black people, including Black disabled people. This country was founded upon the idea that all people are created equal and should be treated equally. However, it is important to acknowledge that racism and ableism together are longstanding barriers to the full participation and independence of Black people with disabilities. America has made significant progress, but there is more work to do to become an inclusive, accessible, and equitable nation. From the outset, the Biden-Harris…
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Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
23 Feb

Statement from Vice President Harris on U.S. Nomination of Ajay Banga to Lead World Bank

Politics
Ajay Banga will be a transformative World Bank President as the institution works to deliver on its core development goals and address pressing global challenges, including climate change. Since I was elected Vice President, Ajay and I have worked closely together on a new model of public-private partnership designed to address the root causes of migration in Northern Central America. Through that partnership, nearly 50 businesses and organizations have mobilized to generate more than $4.2 billion in commitments that will create opportunity and hope for people in the region. Ajay has brought great insight, energy, and persistence to the challenges…
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Readout of White House Listening Session: Bolstering the U.S. Economy by Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
23 Feb

Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on the Opening of Omani Airspace 

Politics
The United States welcomes the Sultanate of Oman’s decision to open its airspace to all civilian planes, including those flying to and from Israel. This historic step completes a process begun last year, during President Biden’s visit to the Middle East region, when Saudi Arabia similarly opened its airspace to all civilian planes. Oman’s announcement promotes President Biden’s vision of a more integrated, stable, and prosperous Middle East region, which is vital for the security and prosperity of the American people and our regional partners. For the first time in history, passengers flying to and from Israel will now be able…
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War Day 211: war diaries w/Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin
23 Feb

War Day 211: war diaries w/Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin

Politics
There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and well-funded russian fascism propaganda machines. We were born in Russia, we have lost friends to this murderer… we see how he “zombifies” most and intimidates and beats down the rest. We also know where his weak spots are and what atrocities his regime is committing on a daily basis. Message from the source channel owner. Daily War Chronicles: Feygin and @arestovych – English translation #PrivateerStation @Alexey Arestovych #Фейгин #ФейгинLIVE Arestovich…
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Heyday Marketing Named Inc.’s 2022 Best in Business and Provides Strategic Ways to Grow Businesses in 2023
23 Feb

Heyday Marketing Named Inc.’s 2022 Best in Business and Provides Strategic Ways to Grow Businesses in 2023

Business
Inc.'s Best in Business Awards honor companies that have made an extraordinary impact in their fields and on society MIAMI, February 23, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Heyday Marketing has been named Inc.'s 2022 Best in Business. The list, which can be found in the 2022 Winter issue of Inc. magazine, recognizes the most dynamic companies of all sizes and industries that have had an outstanding influence on communities, industries, the environment, or society as a whole.  Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc., says, "Inc. magazine is dedicated to showcasing America's most dynamic businesses and the great things they do. The Best in Business…
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