President Joe Biden reassured attendees at the Democratic National Committee’s holiday party that he and Vice President Kamala Harris are here to stay. Speaking at the event, Biden emphasized the importance of resilience and urged Democrats to bounce back quickly from the recent election loss.
Addressing the crowd, Biden shared a personal anecdote from his father, highlighting the importance of getting back up after being knocked down. He encouraged party members to continue organizing and engaging with voters, emphasizing that their beliefs are worth fighting for.
With only five weeks left in office, Biden acknowledged the upcoming transition of power to Republicans in the House, Senate, and White House. Reflecting on his decision to run for presidency in 2020, Biden noted that he felt compelled to do so due to the high stakes involved.
During his speech, Biden defended his administration’s record, citing the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and expressing confidence that America is in a better place now than when he took office four years ago. First Lady Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff also delivered remarks at the event.
Biden praised Harris for her partnership and jokingly told her, “You’re not going anywhere, kid, because we’re not gonna let you go.” He reiterated his commitment to staying engaged and involved even after leaving office.
In her address, Harris emphasized the continued strength and spirit of the Democratic Party, despite the recent election setback. She reaffirmed the party’s belief in the promise of America and its commitment to freedom, justice, opportunity, and dignity for all individuals.
Looking ahead to his final weeks in office, the White House outlined Biden’s key priorities, including expanding clemency, providing additional student debt relief, and allocating remaining funds from his signature legislation. The president is scheduled to deliver a speech focusing on his pro-worker and pro-union policies on Monday.
