Month: April 2023

02 Apr

Remarks by Vice President Harris in Meeting with Private Sector and Philanthropic Leaders on Digital Inclusion in Africa

Politics

Intercontinental LusakaLusaka, Zambia THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.  And again, thank you all, these extraordinary global leaders, for coming together around this table for a very important discussion and for combining our resources, both intellectual, mental, and — and in terms of the work that we each do.  I’m very much looking forward to the next two hours spent together and all the work we will do going forward. As I began this week-long trip on the continent, I mentioned in a speech, at the very beginning of the trip in Ghana, that the United States is committed…

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01 Apr

War Day 66 :: war chronicles with Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer, Alexey Arestovych

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: Feigin and Arestovych #Фейгин #ФейгинLIVE — English translation #PrivateerStation (in Russian: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVtD_N4OeD-9PshBq7NwyQ)…

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01 Apr

Remarks by Vice President Harris on Increasing Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and Mitigation Across Africa

Politics

Panuka FarmLusaka, Zambia THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Well, thank you, Bruno.  I really appreciate the name “Panuka” and that it is about “be clever,” because, really, isn’t that at the heart of what we want people to do?  Which is to use their imagination, use your vision, and be encouraged to use it in a way that will inspire.  And we’ll do what we call “innovate” — create new things, see what is possible, and then go and get it.  And that’s what the leaders here are doing. And I, first of all, want to congratulate all of the men and…

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01 Apr

Readout of White House Roundtable Affirming Transgender Kids

Politics

Domestic Policy Advisor Ambassador Susan Rice and U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy hosted a roundtable at the White House about the joys, hopes, and challenges that transgender children are experiencing. Transgender kids and their parents traveled to the White House from states that have attacked the rights of transgender kids, including Arizona, Texas, and Virginia, and shared the devastating effects these political attacks are having on their mental health and wellbeing. As one round table participant shared, it feels scary when the politicians elected to represent you don’t care about your wellbeing. Families participating in today’s roundtable also highlighted that transgender kids can thrive…

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01 Apr

A Proclamation on National Child Abuse Prevention Month, 2023

Politics

     During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we want every young person in the United States who has faced the fear and pain of abuse or neglect to know they are not alone.  We see you and will always fight to protect your safety and well-being.  We reaffirm our commitment to listening to children, standing with brave survivors, and reaching out across our communities to support families and to help others in need.      I was raised to believe that the greatest sin in life is the abuse of power, and the abuse of a woman or child is the…

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01 Apr

War Day 67: war diaries w/ Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @Alexey Arestovych & #Фейгин

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 #Фейгин #ФейгинLIVE — English translation #PrivateerStation (in Russian: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVtD_N4OeD-9PshBq7NwyQ)…

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01 Apr

A Proclamation on World Autism Awareness Day, 2023

Politics

     There is no one way to be autistic — each individual with autism experiences it differently — but together, autistic people make industries, communities, and our Nation stronger. Today, we celebrate the achievements of neurodiverse people everywhere and champion the equal rights and dignity of all those living on the autism spectrum.      Here in the United States, more than 5.4 million adults are autistic, and 1 in every 44 children has been diagnosed with autism.  Yet this developmental disability is still misunderstood.  Autistic people continue to face obstacles when seeking employment, health care, education, and housing, and the immense contributions…

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01 Apr

A Proclamation on Education And Sharing Day, USA, 2023

Politics

    On Education and Sharing Day, we honor the memory of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, who devoted his life to outreach and teaching — building bridges, challenging us to grow, and championing tolerance and learning.      Forced to flee Nazi-occupied Europe during World War II, the Rebbe witnessed some of history’s darkest moments.  But his faith and a lifetime of study had already taught him that education is both the antidote to hate and the cornerstone of humanity as a whole.  From Brooklyn, he turned pain into purpose and built a global movement devoted to education, fellowship,…

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01 Apr

A Proclamation on Arab American Heritage Month, 2023

Politics

    The Arab American story is the American story — one of diverse backgrounds and faiths, vibrant tradition, bold innovation, hard work, commitment to community, and stalwart patriotism, all coming together to accomplish something greater than any one of us.  This month, we join together to celebrate the immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our Nation and recommit ourselves to the timeless work of making sure that all people have the opportunity to achieve the American Dream.      Ours is a Nation shaped by the immigrant’s heart, and generations of brave and hopeful people from across all countries, including from the…

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01 Apr

Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre En Route Jackson, MS

Politics

Aboard Air Force OneEn Route Jackson, Mississippi 10:08 A.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE:  Hey, everybody.  I have a couple things at the top and then I’ll hand it over to the Administrator, who’s standing to my right, as you all know.  Good morning.  Today, we’re headed to Rolling Fork, Mississippi, where the President and First Lady will meet with community leaders and residents devastated by the powerful tornadoes that struck this close-knit town and neighboring areas last weekend. In Rolling Fork alone, 13 people tragically lost their lives.  Their loved ones are grieving immense loss as they begin the daunting task of sorting through…

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