A Tearful Biden Passes the Torch to Kamala Harris in a Historic Democratic National Convention Speech
Joe Biden delivered an emotional address at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, marking a pivotal moment in his political career. The president, who recently stepped back from his re-election bid, addressed a packed arena, defending his presidency and reflecting on his legacy.
Introduced by his daughter Ashley and wife Jill, Biden entered the stage to thunderous applause, visibly moved as he wiped away tears. His speech, lasting nearly an hour, touched on themes central to his presidency and campaign, expressing deep gratitude to the nation. “Like many of you, I gave my heart and soul to this nation,” Biden declared, his voice filled with emotion.
Throughout his speech, Biden praised Vice President Kamala Harris, expressing confidence in her ability to succeed him. “Selecting Kamala was the best decision of my career,” he said, emphasizing her experience and integrity.
Although Biden did not explicitly mention passing the torch to a new generation, his endorsement of Harris was clear. After the speech, Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff, joined Biden and his wife on stage in a show of unity.
Earlier in the evening, Harris had offered her own tribute to Biden, thanking him for his leadership and service. Delaware Senator Chris Coons and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also praised Biden, with Clinton acknowledging his role in restoring “dignity, decency, and competence” to the White House.
The convention atmosphere was electric, with attendees expressing both gratitude for Biden’s decision to step aside and admiration for his storied political career, which began in 1972. Tomorrow, former President Barack Obama will address the convention, followed by Bill Clinton on Wednesday.
As Biden concluded his speech, he quoted from the song “American Anthem,” saying, “Let me know in my heart when my days are through, that America, America, I gave my best to you.” The crowd erupted in applause, a fitting end to a career defined by resilience and service.
Biden’s time at the convention was brief, but the impact of his speech will resonate as the Democrats look to the future with Kamala Harris leading the charge. After leaving the arena, Biden headed to California for a holiday, marking the beginning of the final chapter of his presidency.
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