Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the Opening of the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center | The White HouseSkip to contentThe White HouseThe White House The White House Home AdministrationPrioritiesThe RecordBriefing RoomEspañol InstagramOpens in a new windowFacebookOpens in a new windowXOpens in a new windowYouTubeOpens in a new window Contact UsPrivacy PolicyCopyright PolicyAccessibility Statement MenuCloseTo search this site, enter a search termSearchMobile Menu OverlayAdministrationShow submenu for “Administration””President Joe BidenVice President Kamala HarrisFirst Lady Dr. Jill BidenSecond Gentleman Douglas EmhoffThe CabinetExecutive OfficesShow submenu for “Executive Offices””Council of Economic AdvisersCouncil on Environmental QualityDomestic Policy CouncilGender Policy CouncilNational Economic CouncilNational Security CouncilNational Space CouncilOffice of Intergovernmental AffairsOffice of Management and BudgetOffice of the National Cyber DirectorOffice of National Drug Control PolicyOffice of Public EngagementOffice of Science and Technology PolicyOffice of the United States Trade RepresentativeClimate Policy OfficePresidential Personnel OfficePrioritiesBriefing RoomThe White HouseShow submenu for “The White House””PresidentsFirst FamiliesThe GroundsOur GovernmentGet InvolvedShow submenu for “Get Involved””Write or Call The White HouseJoin UsWhite House FellowsWhite House Internship ProgramThe RecordDisclosuresEspañol Contact UsPrivacy PolicyCopyright PolicyAccessibility Statement InstagramOpens in a new windowFacebookOpens in a new windowXOpens in a new windowYouTubeOpens in a new window The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20500 To search this site, enter a search termSearchJune 28, 2024 Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the Opening of the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center Home Briefing Room Speeches and Remarks New York, New YorkLooking at this crowd, I see the promise of Pride in all your faces: joy, strength, and the beautiful boldness that brings you here today.As a writing teacher, I’ve always believed that the stories we tell shape our world. And this monument and the visitor center tell a story we all need to know, no matter who we are.It teaches us the power of hope and persistence.It inspires us to work harder for the world that our children deserve.It reminds us that our differences are precious and our similarities infinite.This is American history.And like so many victories that the LGBTQ community has won throughout the years, this is a work of love.Diana, Ann Marie – with your hope and dedication, you’ve shown us that love can move mountains.You have the kind of partnership – both in life and in your work – that everyone hopes to find. And you’ve made sure to keep the diversity of this community at the center of your work.From today on, this visitor center and monument will tell our nation’s story to the teenager who comes here and discovers she isn’t alone. The activist who wants to show his children what came before. And all those who wish to learn from the wisdom of the past and use it to help chart the course for our future.I’m grateful to you and to Pride Live for making that possible.Joe will never stop fighting for this country and for communities like this one. That’s who Joe is. He wakes up every morning thinking about how he can make the lives of Americans better.Joe and I are proud to stand beside you today, and every day.Now, please help me welcome, the incredible forces behind today: Diana Rodriguez and Ann Marie Gothard!### Stay ConnectedSign UpEmail Address* RequiredZIP CodePlease leave blank.We'll be in touch with the latest information on how President Biden and his administration are working for the American people, as well as ways you can get involved and help our country build back better. Opt in to send and receive text messages from President Biden. ShareShare this page on FacebookShare this page on Xhttps://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/06/28/remarks-as-prepared-for-delivery-by-first-lady-jill-biden-at-the-opening-of-the-stonewall-national-monument-visitor-center/?utm_source=link HomeThe AdministrationExecutive OfficesPrioritiesThe RecordBriefing RoomThe White HouseDisclosuresGet InvolvedEspañol Contact UsPrivacy PolicyCopyright PolicyAccessibility Statement InstagramOpens in a new windowFacebookOpens in a new windowXOpens in a new windowYouTubeOpens in a new window The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20500 WH.gov Scroll to Top Scroll to Top Top
