[Washington DC] First-ever Lunar New Year celebration at the White House.
Members of Asian American and Pacific Islander community from across the USA joined together to ring in the first day of the Lunar New Year with
keynotes from Administration officials,
a discussion with diverse AAPI leaders, and
three lively cultural performances.
President Obama also sent his greetings by video message.
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First-ever Lunar New Year Celebration at the White House.
President Barack Obama Greets On Lunar New Year
[Washington DC]President Barack Obama Greets On Lunar New Year.
Echoing the President Obama’s message, the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and the President’s Advisory Commission on AAPIs send best wishes to all those celebrating the Lunar New Year.
It is said that This is a time to remind ourselves that we are a nation of immigrants, who have contributed not only rich cultures and traditions, but also perseverance and shared hope in helping build this country for future generations.
President Barack Obama Said
“Michelle and I send our warmest wishes to everyone celebrating the Lunar New Year here in America and all around the world. I’ll always remember the parades, fireworks, and gatherings that surrounded the Lunar New Year when I was growing up in Hawaii. And now as President, this celebration is a perfect reminder of the many cultures and faiths that make us who we are as Americans.
We are a nation of immigrants. Our vast array of traditions and perspectives and backgrounds – our melting pot – is what makes America unique. It’s what keeps us fresh and dynamic and entrepreneurial. That’s why last year, I took action to help fix our broken immigration system. But our work isn’t finished. We’ve still got to come together to pass a comprehensive immigration bill so that we can expand opportunities for more people to study, and serve, and contribute to our nation. Those are the aspirations that have attracted families to our shores for generations. And that story continues today. So whether you’re celebrating the Year of the Ram, the Year of the Goat, or the Year of the Sheep, may we all do our part to carry forward the work of perfecting this country that we love”.
Happy Diwali,Light Of Knowledge Defeats Darkness Of Ignorance:Barack Obama
[Washington D C]American President Barack Obama Extends Warmest Wishes for Diwali
President Obama wished a Happy Diwali to all those who celebrate the Auspicious festival of lights.
Obama Is the first president who started sharing the religious+social sentiments of This festival
In 2009, President Obama became the first U.S. president to celebrate the festival of lights, a time of rejoicing for many in the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community and across the world.
Obama Says
“I want to wish a Happy Diwali to all those who are celebrating the festival of lights here in the United States and around the world. For Hindus+Jains+ Sikhs +Buddhists, lighting the lamp—the diya—is a chance to remember, even in the midst of darkness, that light will ultimately prevail. Knowledge will defeat ignorance, and compassion will triumph over despair. Diwali is also a reminder that we must each do our part to achieve that victory, by dedicating ourselves to service to others. If we affirm our commitments to one another and strive to lift each other up, then together, we will continue moving closer to that brighter future we all seek.
America is a great and diverse nation, strengthened by the contributions of all our people. I was proud to host the first Diwali celebration at the White House back in 2009. Since then, we’ve continued to mark this holiday to honor the rich traditions that define the American family. And I know Michelle and I will never forget the wonderful time we had celebrating Diwali in Mumbai with food, dancing, and the company of friends.
So, to all the families gathering together this Diwali to reflect on all the blessings of the past year, I wish you a joyous celebration and Saal Mubarak”
Source White House+Kiran Ahuja Executive Director of the White House+Ashley Allison Associate Director at the White House Office
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