WASHINGTON: Former US Vice President Joe Biden has accepted the nomination from the Democratic Party for the presidential election to be held on November 3. He presented his acceptance speech on Thursday night, the final day of the four-day Democratic National Convention.
At his ceremony in Wilmington, his hometown of Delaware, 77-year-old Biden said, “It is a great honor and humility to accept the nomination for the President of the United States.”
He added, “It is time for all of us to come together and not make any mistake. Together we will overcome this hour of trouble in America. We hope on fear, facts on imagination and accuracy on convenience.” Will choose. ”
Continuing his talk, he goes on to say, “I am a self-respecting Democrat and it is a matter of pride for me to carry forward my party’s banner in the general election, but even though I am a Democratic candidate, I will become the US President.” . I will work hard for those who vote for me and will continue to do so for those who have not given me their support. This is the work of a President who is not limited to his party and his people. Represent. ”
“This moment is not only special to me, but to the whole of America,” said Biden.
He also said that Trump has kept America in the dark for a long time and spread much hatred, fear and division.
If Trump is re-elected president, Biden says, “Coronavirus cases and deaths will continue to increase. Many domestic, independent businesses will be shut down. Working people will have to face conflict and those who are able to do so much more Tax has to be paid. The Affordable Care Act will continue to be attacked until it is completely abolished. ”
The former vice president also said, “Trump has failed to fulfill his basic responsibilities to protect Americans from viruses.”
