President Biden Drops Out of 2024 Presidential Race, Endorses Harris
(Oakland County Times, July 21, 2024)
Washington, DC – President Joe Biden announced that he is ending his Presidential re-election campaign, and is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Biden posted on X, stating “My fellow Democrats, I have decided not to accept the nomination and to focus all my energies on my duties as President for the remainder of my term. My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President. And it’s been the best decision I’ve made. Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year. Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this.”
Senator Debbie Stabbenow released a statement about the decision, saying “President Joe Biden has done more for Michigan during his presidency than any other president in my lifetime. In the past three and a half years, we’ve fixed thousands of roads and bridges, boosted manufacturing, brought jobs home, lowered the cost of prescription drugs and seriously tackled the climate crisis. President Biden’s long career of public service has truly improved the lives of Americans in so many important ways. His decision today is another courageous action in his long history of service to our country.”
“President Joe Biden’s decision to step aside from seeking reelection is yet another example of his extraordinary leadership and lifelong dedication to doing what he believes is right for our nation.
Congressperson Haley Stevens stated “I want to thank President Biden for his tireless service to the American people. His legacy as President is historic – he led us out of a major economic crisis following a devastating pandemic, passed the largest ever investment in climate resilience, secured landmark legislation to protect and expand 21st century manufacturing, and fixed the infrastructure our nation relies on. He has led our country with grace, dignity, and care for his fellow Americans.
“While I wanted to help him secure reelection in November, I respect his decision. Thank you, Mr. President, for a lifetime of service.
“I will now turn my attention to supporting Vice President Kamala Harris as our Democratic nominee, as Mr. Biden has asked of us. I look forward to making her the first woman President of our great nation.
“Let us now come together to protect the shared vision of a democracy for all, in which every American, no matter their race, creed, or class, has a shot at the American dream and a better tomorrow.”
