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Biden post-victory speech calls for unity

Delaware Democrats elated over win
November 8, 2020

All eyes were on the Chase Center at the Riverfront in Wilmington Nov. 7, as President-elect Joe Biden gave his first post-victory speech. Introduced by his running mate and Vice President-elect, U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris, Biden began his address by shielding his eyes and scanning the crowd for familiar Delaware faces. “Hello, my fellow Americans. And the people that brought me to dance, Delawareans,” he said.

He then called out fellow First State Democrats, including U.S. senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, Gov. John Carney and former Gov. Ruth Ann Minner.

In his brief address, Biden said it is a time to heal in America.

“I pledge to be a president who seeks not to divide, but to unify,” he said. “Who doesn't see red states or blue states, only sees the United States.”

With a running mate who made history as the vice president of Black and Asian Indian descent, Biden said their election marks a great day for the country.

“Don't tell me it's not possible in the United States,” he said, later adding he believes in the possibilities of the country.

The election, which President Donald Trump has yet to concede, came down to razor thin margins in several states, and has not yet to be certified in many others. Despite that, Biden reached out to Trump voters and said this is a time to heal after a divisive election.

“For all of you who voted for President Trump, I understand the disappointment tonight. I've lost a couple of times myself. Now let's give each other a chance,” he said.

“I will work as hard for those who didn't vote for me as for those who did. Let this grim era of demonization in American begin to end here and now.”

Delaware Democrats expressed their joy in Biden's win.

“I’m delighted for Joe; I’m happier for America. Joe Biden will be a president guided by justice and fairness for all; who governs in the interests of his entire country, not the wealthiest few; and who is dedicated to healing a suffering nation,” said Kathleen Jennings, Delaware Attorney General. “After an orderly and civil voting process, the task now before us is to once again effectuate the peaceful transfer of power that has been a hallmark of our democracy for centuries. Then, together, we all need to get to work.”

Delaware Congresswoman and national co-chair of the Biden-Harris campaign, Lisa Blunt Rochester said she couldn't be prouder of Biden's win.

“Joe, Kamala and the entire team ran this campaign the way they will run the country – with steadiness, consistency, and responsibility, appealing to Americans from Harlem to the heartland. Through our most sacred democratic process, Joe and Kamala earned a historic margin of the popular vote and a sound victory of the electoral college. Now, in the wake of what was an unquestionably difficult and divisive political season, it is time for Americans to heal and reunite,” she said. “As Joe has always said, while he ran as a proud Democrat, he will govern as an American President.”

U.S. Sen. Tom Carper congratulated his friend and colleague for the victory.

“Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have been elected with an historic mandate. And, as a result, we finally have leaders who will fight for every American and unite this country. Starting now, the highest leaders in our land will be guided by science. We will prioritize facts over fiction. We will break down the walls that divide us and rebuild the roads, highways and bridges that connect us. With conviction, we will see climate change for the existential crisis it is. With resolution, we will answer the clarion call to save our planet,” Carper said. “Starting now, we will fight for cleaner air, safer drinking water and healthier communities free of harmful pollution. We will prioritize environmental justice and we will finally stand a fighting chance to achieve it.”

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