by Rich Lowry
The president shares inspirational tales from his past.
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President Joe Biden addresses the National Association of Counties Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., February 14, 2023.
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AP, New York City — At an event commemorating the famous 1925 serum run at the beloved statue of Balto the Alaskan Husky in Central Park, President Joe Biden spoke of his long-ago toy Schnauzer, Puddles.
Balto led the sled dogs on the last part of the trip that got a diphtheria anti-toxin to Nome, Alaska, to counter an outbreak of the disease. The heroic dogs made their way through blizzard conditions and -30 degree temperatures to get the vials to their destination.
About the Author
Rich Lowry is the editor in chief of National Review.
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AP, New York City — At an event commemorating the famous 1925 serum run at the beloved statue of Balto the Alaskan Husky in Central Park, President Joe Biden spoke of his long-ago toy Schnauzer, Puddles.
Balto led the sled dogs on the last part of the trip that got a diphtheria anti-toxin to Nome, Alaska, to counter an outbreak of the disease. The heroic dogs made their way through blizzard conditions and -30 degree temperatures to get the vials to their destination.
About the Author
Rich Lowry is the editor in chief of National Review.
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