'We're so, so grateful.' Pres. Biden addresses U.S. troops on Christmas Day:
The Bidens evoked classic Christmas themes, such as"the promise of hope and renewal" during"this season of joy," but acknowledged that many are practicing"finding light in the darkness, which is also perhaps the most American of things to do."Carolyn Kaster/AP
President Joe Biden, first lady Jill Biden and their new dog Commander, a purebred German shepherd puppy, meet virtually with service members around the world, Dec. 25, 2021, to thank them for their service and wish them a Merry Christmas. During their first Christmas in the White House, the Bidens reflected on the"enormous courage, character, resilience" displayed by Americans in the past year, lauding those who"show how our differences are precious and our similarities infinite."
"This sacred season is yet another reminder that we are a great nation because we are a good people," they wrote.
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