Author: WHOPE Staff Published: 10/14/2024 The White House Office of Public Engagement
Support Continues for Hurricane-Impacted Communities
On Sunday, the President traveled to Florida to visit areas impacted by Hurricane Milton. The President and Vice President have been regularly briefed about the impacts of Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene, as well as the Federal government’s ongoing support to State and local officials for their rescue and response efforts.
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The Biden-Harris Administration continues to honor the diverse history of generations of Latinos, whose aspirations and achievements have shaped the soul of our Nation.
See the President’s 2024 proclamation here and a recap of one of the biggest Hispanic Heritage Month events ever at the White House here.
Reach out to Kevin Lima, Senior Advisor for Hispanic Engagement, for any additional information.
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The Office of Public Engagement hosted a technology and artificial intelligence equity briefing in coordination with the Kapor Foundation and the Federation of American Scientists.
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The North Texas Chapter of Jack and Jill, Incorporated toured the White House and Mayor Benjamin stopped by to say hello.
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Monday, October 14
The Vice President will travel to Erie, PA for a campaign event. Then, the Vice President will travel to Detroit, MI.Tuesday, October 15
The President will travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for a political engagement.
The Vice President will be in Detroit, MI for a campaign event.
Wednesday, October 16
The Vice President will travel to Pennsylvania for a campaign event before traveling to Milwaukee, WI. |
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Will McIntee and Anna Perng – Pennsylvania
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OPE’s Director of Strategic Engagement Will McIntee and Senior Advisor Anna Perng visited the Popcorn for the People production facility and participated in a roundtable discussion with neurodiverse employees, Eagles Autism Foundation, and Wawa. Popcorn for the People was created by Let’s Work for Good Inc. to fill a gap in the employment market where disabled individuals can have respectable job opportunities, equitable pay, proper training, and employment resources.
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Thomas Bowen – DC Chamber’s Choice Awards & Gala
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Senior Advisor for Faith Engagement Thomas Bowen provided remarks for over 700 participants from across the country at the DC Chamber of Commerce’s Choice Awards Gala.
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National Coming Out Day
October 11, 2024
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| On National Coming Out Day and every day, the Biden-Harris Administration celebrates the courage of LGBTQ+ people who live their lives with pride, create community with open arms and hearts, and showcase the strength of being your authentic self.
This year, OPE hosted an Instagram takeover to showcase how we celebrated National Coming Out Day. Be sure to follow us @WhiteHouseOPE46 and reach out to Kenny Sandoval with any questions.
See the Vice President’s post here. |
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FLOTUS Honors Girls Leading Change
October 10, 2024
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| In celebration of International Day of the Girl, the First Lady honored ten young women who are leading change and shaping a brighter future in their communities.
See the list of honorees here, a fact sheet on how the Biden-Harris Administration has advanced the safety, education, health, and well-being of girls here, and the President’s proclamation here. |
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POTUS Meets with Taoiseach Simon Harris
October 9, 2024
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| President Biden met with Taoiseach Simon Harris of Ireland to mark 100 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Ireland. The President reflected on the deep cultural, people-to-people and economic ties between the two countries, and expressed confidence that the next 100 years will see even deeper cooperation. The President and Taoiseach Harris affirmed that the United States and Ireland will continue to strengthen our partnership and friendship—founded on our shared history, heritage, and hope—in the years ahead. |
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POTUS Calls Jewish Faith Leaders for High Holidays
October 9, 2024
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| The President held a call with Rabbis ahead of the Jewish High Holidays. See his remarks here. |
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White House Challenge to Save Lives from Overdose
October 9, 2024
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| The Biden-Harris Administration announced that over 250 organizations, businesses, and stakeholders across the country have made voluntary commitments to the White House Challenge to Save Lives from Overdose. OPE partnered with the Office of National Drug Control Policy to continue the Challenge to Save Lives from Overdose—a nationwide call-to-action to equip more Americans with lifesaving medications, and amplify the voices of advocates across the country.
See the fact sheet here and remarks from Robert DeNiro, who like too many others, was personally impacted by a tragic overdose after the loss of his grandson, Leo, in 2023. |
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More Jobs and Clean Water
October 8, 2024
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| President Biden announced new actions from his Investing in America agenda to connect Milwaukee, Wisconsin residents to good-paying jobs, including replacing lead pipes and upgrading infrastructure through the Milwaukee Workforce Hub.
Learn more about his commitment to expand pathways into good-paying jobs here and historic efforts to replace every lead service line in America here. |
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