Speaking after one of the most bitterly divisive presidential elections in US history, President Joe Biden addressed the nation as the United States braced for a peaceful transfer of power. With characteristic poise and empathy, the President aimed at a tone that would be conciliatory to all emotions the American people had endured and channel toward the way forward.
Joe Biden Addressing The Nation
Addressing the public on the White House lawn, President Joe Biden began his speech with words, ‘this historic moment.’
“The people have voted and made their choice for a President, which they did peacefully and in a democracy, the will of the people always triumphs.”
He asserted to bolster the strength and resilience of America’s democratic institution.
Smooth Transition
And then, he mentioned that he talked to the president-elect Donald Trump. He congratulated him on his victory and made sure he knew it would be a peaceful and orderly transfer of power.
“Yesterday, I spoke with President-elect Trump to congratulate him on his victory and assured him that I would instruct all my administration to work with his team for a peaceful and orderly transfer of power. That is what the American people deserve.”
Biden said, showing consistency in the democratic process.
Joe Biden Applauds Kamala Harris
Recalling the tedious campaign, the President highlighted his former running mate as “wading through controversy after controversy” when he paid special mention to Vice President Kamala Harris during the ceremony.
“Yesterday, I also spoke with Vice President Kamala Harris. She has been a partner and a public servant. She ran an inspiring campaign, and everyone got to see what I had seeing early on and which I respect so much-her character. She gave her whole-hearted effort, and she and her entire team needs to be proud of the campaign they ran.”
President Biden admitted,
“I know for some people, this is a time for victory and celebration, while for others it may be a time of loss and despair. Campaigns are a contest of competing visions. The country chooses one or the other. And we all must accept the choice that the country made.”
Call For Unity And Respect
The President spoke to all Americans with a simple yet powerful message. He said,
“I have said this many times- that you cannot love your country only when you win. You can’t love your neighbor only when you agree. There’s something I hope you all can do, no matter who you voted for. to see each other not as adversaries, but as fellow Americans, nring down the temperature.”
Restoring Confidence In The Electoral Process
And to answer the still-widespread doubts about the integrity of the electoral process, the President attempted to prove it all away.
“I hope that later we shall be able to lay to rest the question about the integrity of the American electoral system. It is honest, it is fair, it is transparent, and it can be trusted, win or lose. I also hope we can help restore the respect for all our election workers who have given their necks to bust and risks at the outset. We should thank them.”
Promising Peaceful Transition
Continuing to dedicate himself to the principles of the Constitution and to the will of the people, President Joe Biden ended with a stern promise,
“The people have done their duty as citizens. Now I will do my duty as President. I will fulfill my oath and honor the Constitution. On January 20, 2025, we will have a peaceful transfer of power in America.”
But in this America-divided time after an election less than unifying, the words of President Joe Biden are laced with hope and purpose reminding Americans of the common purpose that stands on the even stronger foundation of democratic institutions. It shall surely go into the history of America when President Biden makes an example of unity, respect, and peaceful transfer of power.
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