That I've talked to have similar stories as mine The issue of occupational license portability is one of the very top concerns. We have as military spouses. In serving this country. We move a lot; it's just. What we do And for those of us in one of the dozens of professions in this country. That require state licensures.
These moves can be particularly tough Moving just in and of itself is tough. Now add the financial pressure of finding a new job and in a new location We are not looking for a handout And. None of us for a second wants to change a professional standard We're simply looking to be able to provide for our families and continue the careers. That we love. And so I'd like to thank. Everyone here today for helping military spouses like.
Me just to do. That to be there with. Us And right now I'd like to turn. It over to someone who has worked with Dr Biden to make a difference in the lives of America's military families She has not just talked about it;. She has actually gotten up and done. Something about it Ladies and gentlemen the First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama! (applause) First Lady Michelle Obama: Thank. You so much Thank. You everyone Thank.
You all so much Someone can give an order to be seated There are plenty of people here who can do. That correct? (laughter) But thank you -- thank you for that wonderful welcome. And thank you Ann Thank. You for the kind introduction and for all. That you and your family have done for our country. I also want to thank Secretary Panetta for hosting us here at the Pentagon And of course. I have to thank Jill who has been such a wonderful friend and such a terrific partner in Joining Forces. I also want to join in recognizing General Dempsey and his wife Jeannie -- Deanie why am. I saying Jeannie? Hi Deanie How are you? (laughter) Thank.
You You've been amazing You've helped. Us through You've kept. Us on the straight and narrow along with. All of the other spouses of the Joint Chiefs You. All have been just amazing supports. I also have to recognize the Joint Chiefs as well. You all You. All have been so steadfast just right there every step of the way We are just proud of everything that you do for this country. We also have Deputy Secretary Neal Wolin who is here from the Department of Treasury who has put so much time and effort into helping prepare. This report We wouldn't be here today without.
That you have done so thank you Well done Job well done Absolutely (applause) We also have Alan Krueger who's the Chairman of the President's Council of Economic Advisors; of course the First Lady of Kentucky Jane Beshear who has been really doing some phenomenal work in her state and taking the lead and stepping up in ways big and small. We really are grateful to everything that you've done. We also have members of Congress here.
These moves can be particularly tough Moving just in and of itself is tough. Now add the financial pressure of finding a new job and in a new location We are not looking for a handout And. None of us for a second wants to change a professional standard We're simply looking to be able to provide for our families and continue the careers. That we love. And so I'd like to thank. Everyone here today for helping military spouses like.
Me just to do. That to be there with. Us And right now I'd like to turn. It over to someone who has worked with Dr Biden to make a difference in the lives of America's military families She has not just talked about it;. She has actually gotten up and done. Something about it Ladies and gentlemen the First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama! (applause) First Lady Michelle Obama: Thank. You so much Thank. You everyone Thank.
You all so much Someone can give an order to be seated There are plenty of people here who can do. That correct? (laughter) But thank you -- thank you for that wonderful welcome. And thank you Ann Thank. You for the kind introduction and for all. That you and your family have done for our country. I also want to thank Secretary Panetta for hosting us here at the Pentagon And of course. I have to thank Jill who has been such a wonderful friend and such a terrific partner in Joining Forces. I also want to join in recognizing General Dempsey and his wife Jeannie -- Deanie why am. I saying Jeannie? Hi Deanie How are you? (laughter) Thank.
You You've been amazing You've helped. Us through You've kept. Us on the straight and narrow along with. All of the other spouses of the Joint Chiefs You. All have been just amazing supports. I also have to recognize the Joint Chiefs as well. You all You. All have been so steadfast just right there every step of the way We are just proud of everything that you do for this country. We also have Deputy Secretary Neal Wolin who is here from the Department of Treasury who has put so much time and effort into helping prepare. This report We wouldn't be here today without.
That you have done so thank you Well done Job well done Absolutely (applause) We also have Alan Krueger who's the Chairman of the President's Council of Economic Advisors; of course the First Lady of Kentucky Jane Beshear who has been really doing some phenomenal work in her state and taking the lead and stepping up in ways big and small. We really are grateful to everything that you've done. We also have members of Congress here.
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