Biden's Memorial Day Address Honors Fallen Soldiers and Late Son Beau

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On Memorial Day, President Joe Biden delivered a heartfelt speech at Arlington National Cemetery, paying tribute to the members of the armed forces who sacrificed their lives for the nation. His words resonated deeply with the audience, reflecting on the profound loss experienced by the families of the fallen and drawing a personal connection to his late son, Beau Biden.

 

“We gather at this sacred place at this solemn moment to remember and to honor the sacrifice of the hundreds of thousands of women and men who have given their lives to this nation,” Biden began. “Each one, literally, a link in the chain of honor stretching back to our founding days, each one bound by a common commitment not to a place, not to a person, not to a president, but to an idea unlike any idea in human history: the idea of the United States of America.”

 

Biden's speech was not only a tribute to the nation's fallen heroes but also a personal remembrance of his son, Beau, who passed away in 2015 from brain cancer. The President has often connected Beau's illness to his exposure to toxic chemicals during his military service in Iraq. Addressing the families of other fallen veterans, Biden acknowledged the enduring pain of their losses.

 

“I know it hurts,” Biden said, his voice heavy with emotion. “The hurt is still real. Still raw. This week marks nine years since I lost my son Beau. The pain of his loss is with me every day, as it is with you. Still sharp. Still clear. But so is the pride I feel in his service. As if I can still hear him saying, ‘It’s my duty, Dad. It’s my duty.’”

 

Joining Biden at the solemn event were First Lady Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, and Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. CQ Brown Jr. The presence of these dignitaries underscored the significance of the occasion and the collective respect for the sacrifices made by the nation's servicemen and women.

 

Biden used the platform to highlight his administration's commitment to veterans, emphasizing the legislative efforts made to support service members and their families. “Since I took office, I’ve signed over 30 bipartisan laws supporting servicemen, veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors,” he stated. “Last year, the VA delivered more benefits and processed more claims than ever in our history.”

 

The President reiterated the nation's sacred obligation to its military members. “We have many obligations as a nation,” he continued, “but we only have one truly sacred obligation: to prepare those we send to battle and to take care of their families when they come home, and when they don’t.”

 

The contrast between Biden's somber and unifying message and the tone of his political rival, former President Donald Trump, was stark. Shortly after posting a graphic honoring the fallen on Truth Social, Trump launched a tirade against Biden and the judges overseeing his legal cases, referring to those who oppose him as “human scum.”

 

 

Credit: The Hill 2024-05-29

 

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[Tug]

A coherent thought full well delivered speech by a compassionate man/leader on this solemn occasion thank Joe for expressing our thoughts and thanks to all for their service and sacrifice 

[Hanaguma]

Usual Biden speech. "It's all about ME!".  What an egomaniac.  Of course any man losing his child is tragic.  But Biden was able to see his son until the end, when he passed away in a comfortable hospital bed.  Most families of fallen soldiers don't have that luxury. 

[Chomper Higgot]

1 hour ago, Hanaguma said:

Usual Biden speech. "It's all about ME!".  What an egomaniac.  Of course any man losing his child is tragic.  But Biden was able to see his son until the end, when he passed away in a comfortable hospital bed.  Most families of fallen soldiers don't have that luxury. 

Like ‘suckers’ and ‘what was in it for them’?

[Tug]

2 hours ago, Hanaguma said:

Usual Biden speech. "It's all about ME!".  What an egomaniac.  Of course any man losing his child is tragic.  But Biden was able to see his son until the end, when he passed away in a comfortable hospital bed.  Most families of fallen soldiers don't have that luxury. 

You are confused he’s showing empathy .as to his sons death from brain cancer your disparaging of that family’s grief is disgusting .brain cancer is a very unpleasant painful way to die.not to mention his family seeing him go that way that’s foul even from a trump supporter…….

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[Hanaguma]

3 hours ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Like ‘suckers’ and ‘what was in it for them’?

Ah yes.  "b-b-but Trump...."  Didn't take long to appear.

[Hanaguma]

2 hours ago, Tug said:

You are confused he’s showing empathy .as to his sons death from brain cancer your disparaging of that family’s grief is disgusting .brain cancer is a very unpleasant painful way to die.not to mention his family seeing him go that way that’s foul even from a trump supporter…….

I didn't disparage his grief. I said it was inappropriate at the moment, and something he uses way too often to try and generate sympathy. Much like when the 13 Marines who were killed in the botched Afghanistan withdrawl were returned to the US. 

[jtrump]

3 hours ago, Tug said:

You are confused he’s showing empathy .as to his sons death from brain cancer your disparaging of that family’s grief is disgusting .brain cancer is a very unpleasant painful way to die.not to mention his family seeing him go that way that’s foul even from a trump supporter…….

What is sad is Xiden using his son's death as a campaigning point.  Also sad that he can't remember when he actually died, needed cue cards to tell him it was  9 years.

[rudi49jr]

1 hour ago, Hanaguma said:

Ah yes.  "b-b-but Trump...."  Didn't take long to appear.

 

1 hour ago, Hanaguma said:

I didn't disparage his grief. I said it was inappropriate at the moment, and something he uses way too often to try and generate sympathy. Much like when the 13 Marines who were killed in the botched Afghanistan withdrawl were returned to the US. 

You don’t see the hypocrisy? I mean, you support a guy who makes EVERYTHING about himself, and says the most outrageous, inappropriate, ridiculous and intentionally hurtful things. Not to mention his constant whining and begging for attention (and money).

And then you accuse Biden of making everything about himself and saying something inappropriate? Wow.

By the way, that botched Afghanistan withdrawal was 95% on Trump.

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[Hanaguma]

6 minutes ago, rudi49jr said:

 

You don’t see the hypocrisy? I mean, you support a guy who makes EVERYTHING about himself, and says the most outrageous, inappropriate, ridiculous and intentionally hurtful things. Not to mention his constant whining and begging for attention (and money).

And then you accuse Biden of making everything about himself and saying something inappropriate? Wow.

By the way, that botched Afghanistan withdrawal was 95% on Trump.

Trump being an egomaniac and narcissist isn't news. Kind of baked into the cake.  But Biden, everyone's favorite uncle, doing the same thing, come on man. 

 

And of COURSE Afghanistan was somehow Trump's fault. HE gave the orders from his bunker on the 14th fairway at Mar El Lago. HE decided to try and get the withdrawl done by the 20th anniversary of 9/11 for a stupid meme. HE decided to leave billions of dollars of military equipment to the Taliban.

 

Pull the other one, it's got bells on it. 

[charleskerins]

did he call them suckers and losers?

[thaipo7]

Tug - Biden can always be sure you will be first with kid words.  Wonder why he did not serve during Vietnam.  Was he awake during the whole service?   

[Tug]

14 hours ago, rudi49jr said:

 

You don’t see the hypocrisy? I mean, you support a guy who makes EVERYTHING about himself, and says the most outrageous, inappropriate, ridiculous and intentionally hurtful things. Not to mention his constant whining and begging for attention (and money).

And then you accuse Biden of making everything about himself and saying something inappropriate? Wow.

By the way, that botched Afghanistan withdrawal was 95% on Trump.

He sees the hypocrisy no doubt,he’s a foreigner with an agenda…..