Our assiduous SOS sends greetings to every friend and ally on their
national days. I only post the ones with some kind of special
significance. So, in honor of our shared Welsh roots, here are
Hillary's greetings on St. David's Day!
On the Occasion of St. David's Day in Wales
Press Statement
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
February 29, 2012
On
behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am
delighted to send best wishes to the people of Wales as you celebrate
St. David’s Day this March 1.
This is an opportunity to reaffirm
the strong bonds that unite us and to reflect on the rich and varied
contributions Welsh people have made to America over the centuries.
Several of our founding fathers – including former Presidents Thomas
Jefferson and John Adams – were able to claim Welsh ancestry. Today,
almost two million people living in the U.S. can trace their roots back
to Wales. I am proud to say that I am one of them.
But there is
far more to our enduring relationship than our heritage. Today, we enjoy
shared values, extensive cultural exchange, and benefit from a vibrant
trade in goods, services and knowledge. As we continue to deepen these
ties, our friendship will only grow stronger.
As you celebrate
this special day with family, friends and loved ones, know that the
United States is committed to strengthening our partnership as we work
together to build a more peaceful and prosperous future for all our
people.
