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politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Biden and Trump to Meet at White House for Historic Transition

President Joe Biden is set to host former President Donald Trump at the White House to symbolize the peaceful transfer of power, a gesture Trump did not extend to Biden in 2020. This meeting marks Trump's first return to the White House since his electoral defeat. The event underscores Biden's commitment to a smooth transition, despite Trump's previous refusal to concede the election results. Vice President-elect JD Vance's participation remains uncertain, and Melania Trump is not expected to attend.

via NBC News|

#biden #election #peaceful-transfer-of-power

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Kamala Harris Concedes with Resilience and Encouragement at Howard University

Kamala Harris delivered a concession speech at Howard University, urging her supporters to accept Donald Trump's presidential victory and emphasizing the importance of a peaceful transfer of power. Despite the election outcome not being what she and her supporters hoped for, Harris encouraged them to continue fighting for their ideals. She acknowledged the emotional impact of the loss but stressed the need to respect the election results and work towards unity. Harris's campaign faced challenges, including underperformance with certain voter demographics and criticism for lacking a clear economic message.

via BBC.com|

#concession-speech #donald-trump #kamala-harris

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Kamala Harris Commits to Peaceful Power Transition if Defeated

Vice President Kamala Harris conceded the 2024 presidential election to President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing a peaceful transfer of power and urging supporters to remain engaged in the fight for justice. Speaking at Howard University, Harris expressed gratitude and resolve, acknowledging the election outcome while encouraging continued activism. She highlighted the importance of accepting election results as a cornerstone of democracy and called for unity and perseverance in the face of disappointment.

via Fortune|

#2024-election #concession-speech #donald-trump

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Liberia's George Weah concedes defeat to Joseph Boakai in presidential polls

Joseph Boakai has been declared the winner of Liberia's presidential election, defeating incumbent George Weah in a tight race. Weah conceded the election, marking a peaceful transfer of power in a region that has seen numerous military coups. Boakai secured 50.9% of the vote, while Weah received 49.1%. Weah, a former international football star, was accused of failing to fulfill his promises to combat poverty and corruption. Boakai's victory comes as Liberia seeks to recover from civil wars and an Ebola outbreak.

via Al Jazeera English|

#george-weah #joseph-boakai #liberia