Biden Officially Declares Victory: "Will Be a President Seeking Unity, Not Division"

Emphasizing Unity Despite Trump's Refusal to Concede... "Do Not Treat Opponents as Enemies"
"I Will Become President of the United States"... "I Will Make America Respected by the World Again"

President-elect Joe Biden [Photo by AP News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Hyunjin] Joe Biden, the President-elect of the United States, officially declared victory on the 7th (local time), stating, "I will be a president who seeks unity, not division." He made it clear that he will be "a president for all Americans" who can embrace everyone, putting an end to the divisions that grew during the presidential election period.

According to CNN and other outlets, Biden gave his victory speech in Wilmington, Delaware, saying, "I will strive to earn the trust of all Americans," and added, "I will work to restore the spirit of America, rebuild the middle class, and make America a country respected worldwide once again."

Biden emphasized, "Nothing is impossible for America. Once again, America has become a just nation," and "We will come together again for all Americans." He mentioned, "To those who supported President Donald Trump, I understand you may be disappointed, but it is time to put the conflicts of the campaign behind us and give each other a chance," adding, "We must not treat each other as enemies. We are all Americans."

During his speech, Biden also extended a hand to the Republican Party. He said, "The practice of demonizing the opposition must stop immediately," and "Democrats and Republicans have always cooperated. If we have chosen not to cooperate in recent years, now we can choose to work together." He further stated, "Our duty is to respond to the demands of the American people through cooperation," and requested, "I ask all members of both the Democratic and Republican parties to join in making that choice."

President-elect Joe Biden (right) and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris [Image source=EPA Yonhap News]

Immediately after his victory, Biden mentioned the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) as his first task. He said, "The election is over. As the President-elect, my duty is to spread civility, fairness, science, and hope," emphasizing, "We have an obligation to end COVID-19, end racial discrimination, and strengthen our healthcare system." He added, "We must start by containing the COVID-19 crisis," and "To recover the economy, we must save lives."

To this end, Biden highlighted that on the 9th, he will appoint infectious disease experts and scientists to key positions in the transition team to respond to COVID-19, and from his inauguration day on January 20 next year, he will make efforts to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 crisis.

On the day, Biden appeared after Vice President-elect Kamala Harris gave her speech first. Wearing a black mask and a blue tie, he entered brightly smiling and waved his arms widely to greet supporters. During his speech, he referred to himself as "Jill Biden's husband," expressing gratitude to his wife. He also expressed thanks to Vice President-elect Harris, calling her "the first female vice president, as well as a descendant of South Asian and Black heritage," and emphasized, "Nothing is impossible for America."

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