Joe Biden’s Legacy and Leadership Honored as Harris-Walz Ticket Gains Momentum

US President Joe Biden endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee to challenge Republican Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential race, declaring her the best hope for safeguarding American democracy. During his nearly hour-long speech at the party convention, Biden emphasized Harris's qualifications to lead the country. In a surprising moment, Harris joined Biden on stage for a hug after his address, which had been expected just a month ago to mark his acceptance of a second-term nomination.

Hillary Clinton, who lost to Trump in the 2016 election, symbolically passed the torch to Harris, praising her character, experience, and vision to move the nation forward.

Biden was the focal point of the convention's first day, which concluded early this morning Bulgarian time. He received a standing ovation as he took the stage. In what seemed to be a farewell speech to the party, Biden said, "I love the job, but I love my country more. I gave it my best."

During her address at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, First Lady Jill Biden spoke about President Joe Biden's decision last month not to seek reelection. She described how she witnessed him "dig deep into his soul" before making this choice. Jill Biden expressed confidence in the new Democratic ticket, led by Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, urging everyone to rally behind them. "Kamala and Tim, you will win," she said, adding that they are inspiring a new generation.

Jill Biden also paid tribute to her late son, Beau Biden, recalling how he had once described Harris as someone special, worth watching closely. She praised her husband's leadership, reflecting on their journey together from raising their children...

Continue reading on: