We saw that -- so many display of the American character today in Florida.  We saw first responders, some of whom went from Harvey's aftermath directly to the path of Irma, helping those in need and serving as guardian angels to those left with only prayers and hope.  

We saw so many who lost so much in these past weeks -- a family member, a friend, their first home, or precious keepsake.  But in those very same people, I have seen the true spirit of this nation:  an unwavering commitment to overcome, to rebuild, and to renew what was swept away. 

Together, we all hurt with these victims.  And together, we vow to lift our neighborhoods from the deepest of despair.

I know many of you here tonight have answered the call to help.  The victims of these terrible storms told me of their gratitude for the support they are gathering from the nation.  On their behalf I say:  Thank you.

So, White House Historical Association, since its founding in 1961 by First Lady Jackie Kennedy, has the chartered mission of telling the stories of this grand home and the families and people who lived and worked here.

The artifacts on display earlier this evening are some of the greatest in the White House collection.  Those priceless mementos are figures of our history.  They give incredible insight [into] the past Presidents, First Families, and the White House itself.  They help tell the story of our nation.  They also underscore why your support of the White House Historical Association is so important.  

Your generosity and your commitment to supporting this great organization keeps these items and the stories behind them alive for future generations of Americans.  We can teach our children and grandchildren about Kennedy, Reagan, and Lincoln.  

But the White House Historical Association does much more than that.  You bring their stories to life, and you make the White House accessible to visitors from near and far.  

As my husband often says, this is the People's House.  Each of you, through your time, talents, and treasure, make it so.  Our family's appreciation for this home grows each and every day, and we could not be more grateful for your dedication to the White House.  

May tonight be one of the many opportunities each of us has to enjoy the People's House together.  And to paraphrase the words of John Adams, whose famous saying is engraved on the mantle here in the State Dining Room:  "May none but honest and wise men every rule under this roof."

As we sit together in this historic setting, I thank you all for being here.  And I thank you for your continued support of the White House Historical Association.

God bless you.  God bless this home.  And may God continue to bless the United States.  (Applause.)  Thank you.

Whitehouse.gov

To receive daily emails from Breaking Christian News to your inbox CLICK HERE

Yankees' Aaron Judge Ties Roger Maris' 61-year Record of 61 Home Runs in a Single Season

Swimmer Who Competed against 'Lia' Thomas Teams Up With Rand Paul to Protect Women's Sports from Transgender Activism

Michigan Homeowner Who Shot Elderly Pro-Life Volunteer in the Back as She Was Leaving Claims It Was An Accident

YouTube May Have Yanked New Italian PM's Viral Speech, but This One's Just as Good

Italy Election: Polling Finds Wealthiest Voted Left, Working and Middle Voted Right

The Left Is Hoping DeSantis Botches Hurricane Response. Here's What They Didn't Count On...

Samaritan's Purse Sends Disaster Units to Respond in Storm-devastated Florida Communities

Sharks in the Streets, Homes Floating Away; Monster Storm Ian Now Heads to Georgia and Carolinas

God's Smuggler: Brother Andrew Who Smuggled Bibles into Communist Countries Passes at 94

'We Acknowledge God's Sovereignty': Tennessee Governor Proclaims Friday a Statewide 'Day of Prayer, Humility, and Fasting'

Americans Are More Worried About Socialists Than MAGA Republicans, Poll Says

Canadian Province Refuses to Participate in PM Trudeau's Federal Gun Confiscation

Senator Tim Scott Introduces Bill to Defund Schools That Hide Students' Chosen Gender Identity from Their Parents

New York Times Admits That Hundreds of 'Top [Gender] Surgeries' Are Being Performed on Children

Floridians Flee 'Landfalling Cat 4 Monster' Hurricane Ian: 'Catastrophic Flooding, Life-Threatening Storm Surge'

'A Mother's Worst Nightmare' Takes Incredible Turn: Crowd Breaks into Tears, Cheers Moments after Heroes Rescue Kidnapped Girl

'SUPERSPREADER:' Worship Leader Sean Feucht's Documentary Hits Theaters Sept. 29

Doctor Turns against Messenger RNA COVID-19 Vaccines, Calls for Global Pause

Mastriano: Biden DOJ 'Trying to Intimidate' Conservatives Through Arrest of Catholic, Pro-Life Father

[Watch] Georgia Senate Republican Candidate, Herschel Walker, in Exclusive 1st Interview with Black Media