Joe Biden’s address: Passing torch is the way to ‘unite our nation’

https://www.thetimes.com/world/us-world/article/biden-speech-oval-office-address-kamala-harris-trump-nw5nrdmkc

38 comments

  1. This is true. For anyone curious, Joe Biden is giving a masterclass in leadership and in being remembered well by history.

    Biden’s actions transcend patriotism, as passing this torch right now helps the world.

  3. He’s been a good president. Even great when you consider the hand that was dealt to him at the beginning. And this decision will be remembered as one of the most patriotic thing in history.

    Also, probably not, but I like to think that this was his plan all along. Never plan on running for the 2nd term and wait until RNC to announce his withdrawal.

  4. “I revere this office; I love my country more.” is a hell of a line.

  5. Really curious what this does for approval ratings over the next month.

  6. Thanks for the past 4 years. Hope Harris’ presidency takes it further

  7. Yourself above the country or the country above yourself. The answer who is obvious.

  8. I just watched it.

    It really showed both why we elected him president and why he stepped down.

    He’s lost a step, maybe more than one, but that is a dude who absolutely loves his country.

    Thanks for what you’ve done Joe.

    Let’s go get this fucking win.

  9. Trump dodged a bullet to save himself; Biden took a bullet to save America.

  10. 51 years of public service. A true patriot and public servant.

  11. Passing the torch while the Olympic torch relay is wrapping up seems very appropriate.

  13. Still seeing a lot of republicans claiming that this is AI. Can’t say I’m surprised that they did but it blows my mind that it’s so widespread.

  14. Kudos to Biden for putting the country above his ego.

  16. I’m just glad there’s a younger generation to choose from.

  18. Admittedly, I was a critic in the weeks leading up to his step down.
    I truly thought his ego would keep him from doing the right thing.
    I was thankfully wrong, and I commend him for putting his country first.

  19. Like grandpa giving up the keys to the car even though he still really wants to drive, except I’d imagine this scenario is at least 10x harder. Very admirable. That’s a distinguished gentleman if I’ve ever seen one.

  20. Teach them how to say goodbye.

    Joe is a patriot. I wish more politicians would follow his example.

  21. Not going to lie, I got a bit emotional. Politics has been missing heart for a long time.

  22. He even stumbled on this, so glad he dropped out. Oh my god so glad.

  24. He lied to our faces so many times in that speech. “We are not in any wars” come on man.

  25. I need to see Hamiltons “One Last Time” played over a montage of Joe Biden clips. Thanks Internet.

  26. If you would told me a week ago I would be this excited and this hopeful in the face of fascism and authoritarianism, I wouldn’t have believed you. What a way to cement his legacy. Even if Trump wins, this is the right decision. Amazing. We will not go back!

  28. I’m glad the man will hopefully be able to enjoy some good retirement years. He deserves it.

  32. I cried watching that. I’m very happy that Harris is taking over but I wish Biden had been elected at a younger age because I really like him, just not his age and I do believe that the toughest job in the world shouldn’t be performed by very old men.

  33. Somebody should notify Bobo that Biden ain’t dead so she can get off Twitter and go back to giving Democrats handies in a theater.

  34. I predict that after the Nov elections and a Kamala Harris loss, Democrats will have Al Franken like regret but much larger.

  37. Thank you for your service, Mr. President! 🇺🇸 🫡

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