First words of Joe Biden to explain his resigns from presidential campaignThe still president of the United States has defended his decision because “personal ambition” could not come before “save” democracy American, during a speech he addressed to the nation from the Oval Office of the White House, in which he assured that he is “passing the baton” to a new generation to unite the country.

“I believe my record as president, my leadership in the world, and my vision for the future of America would all justify a second term, but Nothing can stand in the way of saving our democracy“That includes personal ambition,” the Democratic president said during an 11-minute speech broadcast live on major American television networks.

“I have decided that The best way to move forward is to pass the baton “This is the best way to unite our nation,” said Biden, who has only given four speeches like this to the nation throughout his term, two of them in recent days.

The president has framed his withdrawal from the presidential race in the need to “defend democracy” against authoritarianism. Thus, although he has not directly mentioned Donald Trumpit has become clear that he was referring to the possibility of the former president returning to power.I deeply respect this position, but I love my country more.. It has been the honor of my life to serve as your president. But, I believe that Defending democracy is more important than any title“, he stressed.

The president has also not addressed the pressure he was receiving from within his own party to step aside after the debacle of the debate against Trump in June. Instead, Biden has reviewed the achievements of his mandate