Christmas: Biden praises Americans for their “immense courage” in the face of the coronavirus pandemic

On his first Christmas at the White House, Joe Biden On Saturday he praised the “immense courage” of Americans in the face of the pandemic and called on them to seek “light” and unity in difficulties.

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“This year we have seen the immense courage, strength, resilience and determination of all of you who care, comfort, teach, protect and serve the country in great or small ways,” wrote the president of the United States in a message also signed by his wife. , Jill Biden, on the occasion of the Christian holiday.

“You show, time and again, that our differences are precious and our similarities infinite,” said the Democratic president, leading a country deeply divided on a multitude of issues.

“We pray for the promise of the Gospel, to find the light in the darkness, which is perhaps the most American endeavor there is,” says Biden, a devout Catholic in his message.

The presidential couple, faced with a pandemic-weary America frustrated by rising inflation, have placed a special emphasis on end-of-the-year traditions, whether it’s forgiving a turkey for Thanksgiving or covering the House. White with decorations.

However, Biden was caught on Friday by the particularly bitter political climate prevailing in the country.

A fun phone conversation with a family about Santa Claus took a turn when a father, whom Biden had just wished Happy Holidays, insulted him.

According to the journalists present, the father replied: “Merry Christmas” followed by “Come on, Brandon!”, A phrase used by supporters of Donald Trump in a derogatory way against the president, equivalent to “fuck you Biden.”

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