From those first days in New Amsterdam, Jewish Americans have dedicated their innovation, creativity, and hearts to the greater good, contributing scientific accomplishments, pioneering works of literature and musical genius, and performing distinguished service in our Nation's military.
Barack Obama: “From those first days in New Amsterdam, Jewish Americans have dedicated their innovation, creativity, and hearts to the…”
On the recordMay 8, 2011
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Press Release - President Obama Hosts White House Jewish American Heritage Month Reception
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