New York pols largely hailed President Joe Biden's decision Sunday to drop out of the race for a second term and endorse his Vice President Kamala Harris to
President Joe Biden speaks during a news conference at the Hudson yards rail yard in Manhattan on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023. President Joe Biden spoke on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding the Hudson River Project.and endorse his Vice President Kamala Harris to succeed him, capping off a month of wrangling over his mental fitness to campaign and serve following a disastrous debate performance in June.
“Joe Biden has not only been a great president and a great legislative leader but he is a truly amazing human being. His decision of course was not easy, but he once again put his country, his party, and our future first,” said Chuck Schumer, the Senate Majority Leader and New York’s senior senator. “Joe, today shows you are a true patriot and great American.”
“President Joe Biden is one of the most accomplished and consequential leaders in American history,” said Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader and a Brooklyn rep. “America is a better place today because President Joe Biden has led us with intellect, grace, and dignity. We are forever grateful.”
Hizzoner continued that the Democratic Party should “continue to put working people first and address their concerns about the cost of living, public safety, and our shared democratic values.”
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