Biden Jumps Back Onto Campaign Trail With Renewed Energy After Disastrous Debate: ‘When You Get Knocked Down, You Get Back Up’
variety.comGene Maddaus Senior Media Writer President Joe Biden returned to the campaign trail on Friday, as he sought to reassure supporters after a lackluster debate performance raised fresh questions about his age and ability to stay in the race.
Speaking to supporters in Raleigh, N.C., Biden, 81, acknowledged the concerns, but pledged that he has what it takes to prevail. “I would not be running if I did not believe with all my heart and soul that I can do this job,” he said, as the crowd chanted “Yes you can.” “The stakes are too high.
Donald Trump is a genuine threat to this nation… Donald Trump will destroy our democracy and I will defend it.” He conceded that he may have lost a step since his victory in 2020, but sought to reset the discussion to make a stark contrast in the election. “I don’t walk as easily as I used to, I don’t speak as smoothly as I used to.
I don’t debate as well as I used to,” he said. “But I know what I do know. I know how to tell the truth. I know right from wrong.
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