Administration reaffirms dignity and support for Down Syndrome - Speech Brief
10 October 2025 00:00 UTC · The White House · White House Statement · Source · Email X Link

Administration reaffirms dignity and support for Down Syndrome

Key points

  • Administration renews commitment to protecting health and dignity of people with Down Syndrome
  • Notes advances in research, screening, care, and therapies expanding independence and inclusion

TL;DR

  • The Administration reaffirms the inherent dignity of every child, celebrates individuals with Down Syndrome, cites an estimated 5,000 U.S. births annually (1 in 775), notes advances in research, screening, and care that improve quality of life and opportunities, and renews commitment to protecting health and promoting inclusion.
Original text

From the earliest days of our Nation’s Founding, America has been guided by the sacred truth that every child is created in the holy image and likeness of God with inherent dignity and worth. This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we recommit to this immortal truth. We celebrate the extraordinary individuals living with Down Syndrome who bring joy, wonder, and meaning to the world—and we extend our heartfelt gratitude t...

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