“The defense of democracy is more important than any title. I derive strength and joy from working for the American people. But this sacred task is not about me. It's about you, your families, your future. It's about 'We the People.' The great thing about America is that kings and dictators don't rule here. The people do it. History is in your hands. The power is in your hands. The idea of America is in your hands.” Speaking for 11 minutes, the president Joe Biden he uttered his farewell speech from the Oval Office, marked by dark tones and palpable bitterness, without hiding the disappointment at not having the opportunity for a second term. He praised Kamala Harris as his heir and future challenger to Trump, but avoided details on his decision to withdraw, ignoring criticism of his ability to face a new campaign after pressure from his party, the Democratic Party.
Biden's speech: here's what he said
Despite the bitterness, Biden proudly listed the achieved results: “I believe that my record as president, my leadership in the world, my vision of America's future deserve a second term. But nothing can stand in the way of protecting our democracy, not even personal ambition. We came together as Americans, we did it. We emerged stronger, more prosperous and more confident. Today we have the strongest economy in the world creating nearly 16 million new jobs, a record. Salaries are rising, inflation continues to fall. We are rebuilding the nation.”
The US president continued in a more personal tone: “Dear Americans, it has been the privilege of my life to serve this nation for more than 50 years. Nowhere else on Earth could a stuttering boy of humble origins from Scranton, Pennsylvania, and Claymont, Delaware, one day sit behind the desk in the Oval Office as president of the United States. But here I am. That's what's so special about America. We are a nation of promise and possibility, of dreamers and doers, ordinary Americans doing extraordinary things.”
He he has already made his choice. “In just a few months, the people will choose America's future. I made my choice. I want to thank our great Vice President Kamala Harris: she's savvy, she's tough, she's capable. She has been an incredible partner to me and a leader for our country."
La However, the final decision rests with the voters, not to party leaders: “America must choose between hope and hate.” And he has repeatedly implicitly referred to the risks to American democracy if Donald Trump were to win the elections “We must decide: do we still believe in honesty, morality, respect, freedom, justice and democracy? Right now, we can see those we disagree with not as enemies, but as fellow Americans.”
As for his future, Biden reiterated that he intends to complete his term: “In the next six months I will focus on my job as president. I will continue to reduce costs for hard-working families and grow our economy. I will defend our personal liberties and our civil rights, from the right to vote to the right to choose. I will continue to help Ukraine defend itself and try to end the war in Gaza."
Netanyahu's speech splits Congress
On the same day, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu it inflamed the Congress Rainforest with a speech which deeply divided parliamentarians. Dozens of Democrats left the chamber in protest, while Nancy Pelosi he described the speech as “the worst speech by a foreign leader.”
Capitol Hill was locked down, with police using pepper spray against protesters. The Israeli prime minister, accused by the International Court of Justice of "genocide" and "war crimes", called the demonstrators "useful idiots of Tehran" and reiterated the need for a solid alliance between the United States and Israel to face the threat Iranian and terrorist groups such as Hamas and Hezbollah. But not only did Netanyahu fail to conclude a deal ceasefire agreement with the Palestinian militiamen, but above all it is subjecting the country to the prospect of an endless war, with the sole aim of ensuring its own political survival.
“There is a clash between barbarism and civilization. The US and Israel must stand together to make the forces of civilization triumph,” Netanyahu declared to applause and protests. He also pledged his commitment to a ceasefire and the release of hostages in the Gaza Strip, thanking Biden for his "sincere support" - a concept that seems to contradict the American president's message.
Trump: “We defeated Biden. Now it's Harris' turn."
In the meantime, Donald Trump he wasted no time in attacking Biden and the future candidate of the Democratic Party. At a rally in North Carolina, she forgot her promises to tone down and unify America after the failed attack. “They said that something changed in me, that I became kinder. But if you don't mind, I won't be nice,” she said, hitting Biden and Harris hard.
“Three days ago we defeated the worst president in history: he left because he was losing. Now we have a new victim to beat, the most incompetent vice president in history,” Trump said, accusing Harris of wanting to “destroy our country.” “She IS a crazy radical leftist. With abortion you want to execute children. She's crazy, incompetent and a liar."
Republicans criticized Democrats for hiding the Biden's health condition and for having violated the basic rules of democracy with its replacement. Democrats, for their part, argue that Biden's decision was made for the good of the country and that the process was democratic.
With Biden withdrawing from the race for the White House, Harris and Trump are preparing for a fierce and decisive electoral battle. The upcoming elections will determine not only the direction in which America will move in the coming years, but also the future of the US and the entire world.
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