Joe Biden attended the Democratic National Convention on Monday, August 19, to present a united front and confirm that no love is lost between him and Vice President Kamala Harris as she runs for the 2024 presidential race.
When he took the stage, there was much fanfare. After the lengthy standing ovation, Biden, 81, reminded voters why they voted for him in 2020. Then, he urged them to once again do all they could to keep Donald Trump away from the presidential seat.
President Joe Biden’s Speech at the DNC
Joe Biden’s speech lasted about 48 minutes and started with him reminding listeners of the day he was sworn in. He said, “I raised my right hand, and I swore an oath to you and to God to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and to faithfully execute the office of the United States,”
Biden went on to remind the audience of how he stood in front of the Capitol that had been overrun by a violent mob just two weeks before. He continued, “With a grateful heart, I stand before you now on this August night to report that democracy has prevailed. Democracy has delivered. And now democracy must be preserved.”
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The president then reflected on his administration’s progress since taking office, and when the crowd chanted, “Thank you, Joe,” he added, “Thank you, Kamala, too.”
Biden admitted on the stage that whenever he says “we,” he is referring to Kamala Harris and himself. He also said that they know there is more to do but are confident they are “moving in the right direction.”
Joe Biden Praised Kamala Harris
Biden’s ceremonial handoff to Harris, 59, occurred on the first night of the convention and emphasized his decision to let her run her campaign without obstruction.
“Our best days are not behind us. They’re before us,” he stated. “Selecting Kamala was the very first decision I made when I became the nominee, and it was the best decision I made in my whole career.”
Biden called Harris a close friend and a woman with “enormous integrity” before vowing to be her campaign’s “best volunteer.” “Let me ask you. Are you ready to vote for freedom? Are you ready to vote for democracy and America?” he asked the audience. “Let me ask you. Are you ready to elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz?”
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden also praised Harris on Monday night, sharing a story about how her late stepson, Beau Biden, cautioned her and her husband to keep an eye on Harris when the two were attorneys general of Delaware and California, respectively.
Why Did Joe Biden Step Down From the Presidential Race?
Joe Biden announced his decision to no longer run for reelection on Sunday, July 21, because of increasing pressure and public speculation over his fitness to occupy the presidential seat for four more years.
He announced his choice via a lengthy letter he addressed to Americans. His decision to step aside for Harris comes mere months before the November 2024 election and follows the alleged assassination attempt against his Republican rival, Donald Trump.
After some days, Biden pulled out of a speaking commitment after testing positive for COVID-19 on July 17. The octagenarian once said he’d drop out of the race should a medical emergency emerge.
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Rumors alleged Biden was bitter about the whole thing, but his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris has put most of them to rest.
Joe Biden’s Age
Joe Biden was born November 20, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States. As of August 2024, he is 81 years old. At his age, Joe Biden is the oldest sitting president in United States history. He is also the 46th president of the United States.
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