January 20, 2009
January 5, 1973 – January 15, 2009
January 3, 2007 – January 3, 2009
January 3, 2007 – January 3, 2009
January 3, 1987 – January 3, 1995
1970–1972
This country wasn’t built by Wall Street bankers and CEOs and hedge fund managers. It was built by the American middle class. We were raised with the notion that anything is possible in America no matter where we start our life, there’s nothing we can’t achieve if we work at it. We’ve got to get out of our way, lift our heads up and remember who we are. We are the United States of America; there’s not a single thing we can’t do.
Learn moreWe’re in a battle for the soul of America. It’s time to remember who we are. We’re Americans: tough, resilient, but always full of hope. It’s time to treat each other with dignity. Build a middle class that works for everybody. Fight back against the incredible abuses of power we’re seeing. It’s time to dig deep and remember that our best days still lie ahead.
At a forum with teachers in Houston, Texas, Vice President Biden is outlining a plan that
Provides educators the support and respect they need and deserve, and Invests in children's life right from the birth, so that regardless of their zip code, parents’ income, race, or disability, they are prepared to succeed in tomorrow’s economy.As the President of the United States, Joe Biden will:
Support our educators by giving them the pay and dignity they deserve. Invest in resources for our schools so students grow into physically and emotionally healthy adults, and educators can focus on teaching. Ensure that no child’s future is determined by their zip code, parents’ income, race, or disability. Provide every middle and high school student a path to a successful career. Start investing in our children at birth.