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Convention spotlight shines on Biden - with speech he never wanted to give

Aug 21, 2024

Chicago [US], August 21: It was not the speech Joe Biden wanted to give. At least, not this year, under these circumstances.
But if anyone knows how quickly fortunes can change, it's this president - whose personal and professional life has been scarred by tragedy and adversity.
Speaking to a packed arena in Chicago on the first night of the Democratic National Convention, Biden offered a full-throated defence of his presidency - touching on many of the themes that he campaigned on in 2020 and again this year before abandoning his re-election bid in mid-July, a few weeks after a catastrophic debate performance.
"Like many of you, I gave my heart and soul to this nation," he said, towards the end of a nearly hour-long address punctuated by raucous shouts of "Thank you, Joe".
Biden had walked out onto the stage after being introduced by his daughter Ashley and wife, Jill, who told the audience she "saw him dig deep into his soul" when he decided to exit the presidential race.
After hugging Ashley, he put a tissue to his eyes to dab away the tears. The president touched his heart, and stood a little straighter at the lectern, flashing a toothy smile as the crowd continued to cheer.
His speech had a keen eye on his place in history but he spent time singing the praises of his vice-president - the woman he hopes will succeed him in the White House.
"Selecting Kamala was the very first decision I made when I became our nominee and it's the best decision I made my whole career," he said. "She's tough, she's experienced, and she has enormous integrity."
Source: Qatar Tribune

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