President Joe Biden delivered an emotional speech at the Democratic National Convention less than a month after withdrawing from his re-election campaign. Amidst chants of support and signs declaring love for him, Biden praised his presidency and urged Democrats to support Kamala Harris as his successor in the upcoming election. Despite the unexpected turn of events that led to him withdrawing from the race, Biden highlighted his accomplishments during his term, including major legislations, fighting the Covid pandemic, and lowering drug costs for seniors.
The decision to endorse Harris was seen as a selfless act of political altruism by many Democrats, who praised Biden’s willingness to step aside to enhance the party’s chances of defeating Trump. Speakers at the convention, including former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, praised Biden’s contributions to democracy and his efforts to bring dignity and decency back to the White House. However, the focus of the speeches was also on propelling Harris into the forefront of the campaign, with high hopes of breaking a glass ceiling as the first female president.
Biden’s family members introduced him with warm memories of his personal life, highlighting his love and dedication as a husband and father. The President, despite the unexpected turn of events in his political career, appeared passionate in his support for Harris and expressed confidence in choosing her as his running mate. As he reflected on his political journey over the years, Biden found himself once again making the case for someone else to be commander in chief, this time advocating for Kamala Harris as the best decision he made during his 2020 campaign.
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