It stands for justice: both the steps we’ve taken and the steps we need to take.Īnd above all, Pride Month stands for love - you know, being able to love yourself, love whomever you love, and love this country enough to make it more fair and more free and more just.
It stands for courage - the courage of all those in previous generations and today who proudly live their truth. (Applause.)įor this community and for our nation and for the world, Pride Month represents so much.
Look, our presence here this afternoon makes a simple, strong statement: Pride is back at the White House. We got a bunch of cupcakes, but not enough for everybody. (Applause.) If you could hear us inside, we were singing happy birthday to him. I want to thank Secretary - well, first of all, I want to say to Chasten: Belated happy birthday, Chasten. If my mother were here, she’d look at you and say, “Honey, God love you, dear.” God love you - what you do, what you did, what you continue to do. Your story, your leadership, and your mom is an inspiration. I - I’m not sure I’ll be around, but, you know - (laughter) - if you’re here, just don’t pretend you don’t know me. (Laughter and applause.) You were awfully comfortable up here. THE PRESIDENT: Well, my name is Joe Biden.
