August 20th 2024.
Joe Biden, the current President of the United States, recently received a heartwarming standing ovation that lasted an incredible four minutes and 30 seconds. It was during his final Democratic National Convention in the White House, where he said goodbye to the party he has been a part of since 1969. This may very well be one of the last major moments of Biden's political career, and he made sure to leave a lasting impression with a fast-paced and emotional farewell speech in Chicago.
The crowd erupted into cheers and a standing ovation as Biden took the stage, with the words "Thank you, Joe" echoing throughout the hall. This was a stark contrast to the 2020 convention, where the coronavirus pandemic left the hall empty. Despite having chased the dream of the Oval Office for decades, Biden was met with an empty room. However, he wasted no time in getting to the heart of his message, asking the crowd if they were ready to vote for freedom, democracy, and America by electing Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
Biden emphasized the importance of preserving democracy, which he believes has prevailed and delivered for the American people. He spoke of an "inflection point" in the country's history, as voters face a choice between Harris and former President Donald Trump. Reflecting on the "peril and promise" of his first winter in office, Biden declared that the winter has passed and it is now summer in America.
He didn't hold back in criticizing his opponent, stating that Trump is a "loser" and "dead wrong." Biden also took the opportunity to highlight his accomplishments during his presidency, such as passing significant climate laws, making college more affordable, and strengthening gun safety laws. He also mentioned the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, stating that Putin thought he could take Kyiv in three days, but three years later, Ukraine is still free.
Acknowledging that not all moments of his presidency were beloved, Biden vaguely referenced the recent protests in the streets, alluding to the pro-Palestine demonstrations that erupted over the government's handling of Israel's war in Gaza. He and Harris both contrasted themselves against Trump, with Biden declaring that he has five months left in his presidency and intends to get a lot done in that time.
Biden also positioned his candidacy as part of a battle for the soul of the nation, a nation he has served for half a decade. He expressed his love for the job, but emphasized that he loves his country even more. The crowd's cheers and applause only grew as he wrapped up his speech, hugging his wife, Jill Biden, while a digital screen displayed a "thank you, Joe" graphic.
As he waved to the crowd, Biden was joined by Harris and her husband, Douglas Emhoff. Harris took the stage and thanked Biden for his historic leadership and lifetime of service to the nation, stating that they are forever grateful to him. In a heartwarming moment, she expressed her appreciation for his continued dedication to the country.
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