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Joe Biden farewell: America, I gave you my best, Biden gets emotional in farewell speech | News India

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US President Joe Biden took to the main stage on the opening night of the Democratic National Convention on Monday. He was greeted by a standing ovation from his supporters and gave a farewell speech to the party he had served for half a century. However, he has five months left to remain in the presidency. During this, he also became emotional. He came on stage after being introduced by his daughter Ashley and wife Jill. He was quite emotional and was seen wiping tears after hugging Ashley.

'I love you'

People carried banners that read, 'We love Biden with all our hearts.' Biden also told the nation, 'I love you.' Joe Biden said, are you ready to vote for freedom? Are you ready to vote for democracy and America? I ask you, are you ready to choose Kamala Harris and Tim Walz?

'Choosing Harris was the best decision I ever made'

In his address in Chicago at the start of the four-day event, Biden conveyed his full support to Harris. He said, 'When I became the party's candidate, my first decision was to choose Kamala and it is the best decision of my entire career. She is tough, experienced and of great loyalty.

Biden decided to step down as president under pressure from party leaders

Biden decided to step down as president on July 21 due to heavy pressure from party leaders. Many in the party were concerned that the 81-year-old president was too old to win another election and remain in office for four years. Harris is currently receiving widespread support. Her campaign has broken fundraising records. Some surveys are also pointing to Harris' victory.

'Give my heart and soul to this country'

US President Biden said, 'I love my job, but I love my country more.' At the end of his address, he said, 'Like many of you, I have dedicated my heart and soul to this country.' He further said, 'America, I gave you my best.'

After the president finished his speech, Joe Biden, Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff, came forward to hug Biden and his wife, Jill. After the hug, the vice president told Biden, “I love you.”