President Joe Biden made his first public address since dropping out of the re-election race against Donald Trump. Biden cited the need to unite his party and save the country’s democracy as the reasons for his decision. The 81-year-old politician emphasized the importance of passing the torch to younger voices in his 11-minute speech from the Oval Office.
Biden did not mention Trump directly but emphasized the defense of democracy and the need for unity. He praised Vice President Kamala Harris as his chosen successor and highlighted the importance of new voices in leadership. Biden reiterated his commitment to lower costs for families, defend civil rights, and work towards peace in the Middle East.
The President acknowledged that the future of the nation was at stake and urged Americans to come together for the upcoming election in November. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as President and reflected on his journey from a kid with a stutter to the leader of the United States.
Biden’s decision has reshaped the Democratic Party’s strategy for the upcoming election, with Harris now poised to take on Trump in November. The President’s address was a mix of gratitude, reflection, and a call to action for Americans to uphold democracy and work towards a better future.
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