US Biden: "Trump and Supporters Represent Extremism... Threat to Democracy"

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] "Equality and democracy are under attack." On the 1st (local time), U.S. President Joe Biden strongly criticized former President Donald Trump and Republican politicians who support him, classifying them as 'extremists' and stating that they threaten the values of American democracy.

According to the AP News, President Biden stated in a prime-time speech held in front of the Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, "Donald Trump and the 'MAGA' (Make America Great Again) Republicans represent extremism that threatens the foundation of our republic."

He said, "Equality and democracy are under attack," and claimed, "The MAGA forces have decided to roll back this country to a place where there is no right to choose, no right to contraception, and no right to marry whom you love." He added, "They foster authoritarian leaders and fan the flames of political violence." 'MAGA' is the campaign slogan of former President Trump and refers to those who support him.

President Biden also urged people to vote to protect democracy, saying, "Now America must choose whether to move forward or backward." He also pointed out that today’s Republican Party is dominated by former President Trump and the MAGA forces. He said, "Regardless of background or beliefs, there are more Americans who reject the extreme MAGA ideology," and called for unity "with the single goal of defending democracy, regardless of ideology."

President Biden’s offensive on this day is analyzed as a warning against former President Trump’s political comeback ahead of the November midterm elections. Biden’s approval rating has recently rebounded to the 40% range, showing signs of recovery. Former President Trump is also planning rallies this weekend in places such as Scranton, Pennsylvania, Biden’s hometown.

On this day, President Biden also referred to the 'January 6 Capitol riot' carried out by supporters of former President Trump who lost the last presidential election and refused to accept the election results, stating, "There is no place for political violence to take root in America." Former President Trump posted on his social media platform this week as well, calling for overturning the 2020 election results and holding a new election.

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