Pres. Biden issued the first pardons of his presidency Friday—to some lucky turkeys named Peanut Butter and Jelly.
issued the first pardons of his presidency Friday to some lucky turkeys named Peanut Butter and Jelly.ThanksgivingBiden said the turkey pardoning tradition is meant to remind Americans at Thanksgiving to be grateful -- but also provides the chance to have"a little bit of fun."
The White House selected the names Peanut Butter and Jelly from a list of options submitted by students in Indiana.One of the national Thanksgiving turkeys is photographed in the Rose Garden prior to President Joe Biden hosting the 74th National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation at the White House in Washington, D.C., Nov. 19, 2021.
"With another year of uncertainties with the pandemic, this project has really been something to look forward to, and has been a joy to be able to participate in. I know the kids have really had a lot of fun raising the birds, especially dancing to loud music to get them ready for all the media attention on the big day," Welp said at a news conference Thursday, where the turkeys were first trotted out before the public.
Following Lincoln's time in office, the White House was often gifted a bird for the holidays from Horace Vose, the"turkey king" of Rhode Island, sending his top turkey to 11 presidents over four decades -- though these turkeys were already slaughtered and dressed for the president's table, Mann says.
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