Defeat doesn't mean we're defeated: Biden seeks to console Democrats following Trump's win in US election
US President Joe Biden.
Outgoing United States (US) President Joe Biden on Thursday (Nov 7) sought to console fellow leaders of the Democratic Party following Donald Trump's victory in the November 5 presidential election.
In an address at the White House Rose Garden, President Biden said, "Setbacks are unavoidable. Giving up is unforgivable.A defeat does not mean we are defeated."
Biden praises Harris
During his address, Biden praised Vice President Kamala Harris by saying that she ran an inspiring campaign for the presidential election.
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Harris was the presidential candidate for the Democratic Party."She has a backbone like a ramrod, she has great character, true character. She gave her whole heart and effort, and she and her entire team should be proud of the campaign they ran,"Biden said.
He pointed out that the November 5 election had proven the integrity of the American electoral system and pledged an orderly transfer of power.
Biden also invited Trump to the White House- and Trump's campaign said that the president-elect would go.
The disappointment among Democrats
A report by the news agency Reuters on Thursday said that some Democrats have blamed Biden for Harris' defeat- saying that the 81-year-old should not have sought re-election.
Biden only dropped his reelection bid in July after a disastrous TV debate with Trump raised concerns about his mental fitness. Harris replaced Biden as the presidential candidate for the Democrats.
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Apart from Biden, Harris also sought to console supporters.
She promised to aid Trump's transition before his inauguration on Jan. 20 but urged Democrats to continue to fight for what they believe in.
(With inputs from agencies)