THE FIRST LADY: (Laughs.) It’s not only our history that is tied to Mexico, but our future as well. THE PRESIDENT: (Laughs.) Don’t think I am. THE FIRST LADY: I don’t know if you’re invited, Joe. Actually, we already have plans for what we’re going to do next time we’re together. You know, Joe always says that politics is personal, and I’m grateful to continue building our friendship. From our love of poetry and literature to our shared passion to education, we have so much in common. And I’m so grateful to be joined today by the First Lady of Mexico - (applause) - Dr. This holiday reminds us that the threads of our history and our heritage are woven together. It inspired other cities to believe that they, too, could stand against the odds.Īnd the reverberations of that battle traveled north to the United States. It showed the determination and the backbone of the Mexican people. But the fact that a rag-tag group of soldiers, outnumbered 3 to 1, could defeat Napoleon’s French Foreign Legion was a victory of the heart. Defending the small town of central Mexico wasn’t a major strategic victory in the Franco-Mexican War. The Battle of Puebla, which Cinco de Mayo celebrates, lasted for only a single day. And welcome to the White House! (Applause.)ĪUDIENCE MEMBER: La Casa Blanca! (Laughter.) Get Involved Show submenu for “Get Involved””.The White House Show submenu for “The White House””.Office of the United States Trade Representative.Office of Science and Technology Policy.Executive Offices Show submenu for “Executive Offices””.Administration Show submenu for “Administration””.