US President Joe Biden addressed the people of the country on Wednesday night for the first time after withdrawing from the presidential race. He said now is the time of the youth and he is “passing the torch to the new generation.”
The US President said, ‘I have decided that the best way to move forward is to hand over the torch to the new generation. This is the best way to unite our country. I respect this position, but I love my country more. It has been a proud moment for me to serve as your President. But the protection of democracy is at stake, which is more important than any post.
cry for democracy
Biden further said, “We must unite ourselves to save American democracy… It has become clear to me that I must unite our party in this important effort. I believe that as President My record, my leadership, and my vision for America’s future all deserve a second term, but no one can stand in the way of saving our democracy.”
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Biden said, “I got the opportunity to work for the American people and I am happy about it. But this is not about me, this is about you, your families, your future. This is about us… “I believe America is at a critical juncture.”
Praise for Kamala Harris
In his Oval Office address, Biden described Kamala Harris as a worthy and capable candidate for the November election, saying, “She is experienced, tough and capable. She has been an incredible partner to me and a dedicated leader for our country.” The choice is now up to you, the American people, whether we will maintain our republic or not.
He further said that he will complete the remaining six months of his tenure. He stressed that he has a busy list of tasks. The President noted that he would work to end the war in Gaza, continue to rally support for Ukraine, and reform the Supreme Court.
Biden withdrew from the race on July 21
Let us tell you that on July 21, 81-year-old Biden publicly announced his exit from the presidential race and supported Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. He took this decision when opposition against him within the party had intensified after his debate with his Republican rival and former US President Donald Trump last month. Many leaders including Barack Obama, Speaker Nancy Pelosi had raised questions on Biden’s candidacy.
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Kamala Harris said- I will definitely defeat Trump
Within 36 hours of Biden’s withdrawal, Kamala Harris has gathered the support of her party. Giving this information, he said in a post on X, ‘I am proud to have received the necessary support to become the candidate of my party. Over the next few months I will travel across the country and talk to Americans on every issue. I am confident that I will unite my party and the country and defeat Trump.
According to the report, after receiving support from Biden, current Vice President Kamala Harris talked to people on phone for about 10 hours to garner support in her favor. During this, Harris also talked to former US President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. Hillary Clinton gave her support to Harris by posting a social media post praising him.