[wanabidii] Press Releases: On the Occasion of St. Patrick's Day in Ireland

You are subscribed to Press Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Press Releases: On the Occasion of St. Patrick's Day in Ireland 03/16/2015 07:01 PM EDT On the Occasion of St. Patrick's Day in Ireland Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC March 16, 2015 The entire world celebrates the rich history and heritage of the people of Ireland each year on St. Patrick's Day. It is rightfully so. The Irish community is 34 million people strong in the United States. They and their ancestors have left an indelible mark on our country. From Boston to Chicago to California, they have made rich contributions to the culture, politics, literature, and art of the United States. Back in my hometown of Boston, Massachusetts, this day is always special because it celebrates the city's vibrant Irish-American heritage. But today's celebration is not just about what the Irish have brought to the United States. It's also about how the United States feels a special kinship with Ireland, its people, its government, and its history. The Irish have rightly earned a global reputation as a people committed to social justice, economic opportunity, and peaceful coexistence. As Ireland and the United States celebrate 90 years of diplomatic relations this year, today also stands as a reminder of the deep bonds of friendship that unite our two peoples in common cause. On this special day, I join the entire world in celebrating all peoples of the Emerald Isle. Erin go bragh! The Office of Website Management, Bureau of Public Affairs, manages this site as a portal for information from the U.S. State Department. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein. Stay connected with the State Department:       External links found in this content or on Department of State websites that go to other non-Department websites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.  Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of State. This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Department of State · 2201 C Street NW · Washington, DC 20520

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