COVID-19 has cost lives, sickened millions, and thrust the global economy into a devastating recession. But hope is on the horizon: https://t.co/clsscPwQUD https://t.co/sNl4kT9bE3

This has been a year unlike any other in our lifetimes. In our new Annual Letter, Melinda and I talk about how we can turn the hard-won lessons of the pandemic into a healthier, more equal future for all. https://t.co/Zt42aWl86x

Here are four other ways that America can advance its leadership on climate change this year and put the world on a path to zero emissions by 2050: https://t.co/vxEjYjqAaD https://t.co/GkzumHP4wf

One of the benefits of being 65 is that I’m eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. I got my first dose this week, and I feel great. Thank you to all of the scientists, trial participants, regulators, and frontline healthcare workers who got us to this point. https://t.co/67SIfrG1Yd

It’s great to see President Biden elevate science leadership to a cabinet-level position. Congratulations @eric_lander. https://t.co/V9gBvM4uXT

And while COVID-19 will rightfully continue to dominate the agenda, the United States also has the opportunity to lead the world in avoiding a climate disaster. The President is taking a great first step by rejoining the Paris Climate Accord.

The President’s commitment to reengage with the world gives me hope that the recovery will reach everyone, including communities of color in the U.S. and people in poor countries around the world.

With Americans across the country working together, more people get a COVID-19 vaccine every day, bringing us closer to a time when life will look much more like normal. Until then, we can slow the spread of the virus and save lives by continuing to distance and wear masks.

I look forward to working with President @JoeBiden and Vice President @KamalaHarris to tackle some of our toughest challenges like COVID-19 and climate change. This has been a troubling time in America, but I see promise in the months and years ahead.

#MLKDay has long been a national day of service. As we celebrate the first without Congressman John Lewis, I'm thinking about his powerful call to remain hopeful about the future as we work to make our country—and our world—a better place. https://t.co/RpmKvrzjPo