"We love you Joe". The thousands of Democrats gathered at the United Center in Chicago rally around Joe Biden on the night of his official farewell to the race for the White House and perhaps to politics, after 50 years . The elderly president closes the first day of the Democratic convention with an ovation not only from the delegates but also from all the speakers who spoke before him, from candidate Kamala Harris who spoke as a surprise to Hillary Clinton who set the convention alight, immediately after Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

Biden, moved, also dried his tears with a handkerchief before officially passing the baton to Kamala Harris. But a few minutes after starting to speak and retracing all the achievements of his administration, he became a lion, as had not been seen for at least a year. " There is no place in the United States for political violence. Democracy has prevailed and now it must be maintained, " he declared, attacking his rival Donald Trump in a 40-minute speech. "You can't love your country only when you win," he insisted, reiterating that the tycoon's threat "is still alive and if he loses there is a risk of a bloodbath."

" Trump is a liar, a loser, and a convicted criminal. America is prosperous and successful. There is no country in the world that doesn't think America should lead it ," Biden attacked again.

Finally, the closing of his speech for the passing of the baton. "I love my job but I love my country more, to which I have given my best, heart and soul. Kamala was the best decision I have ever made. She is tough, competent and has extraordinary integrity ."

Harris had unexpectedly gone on stage a few hours earlier to pay tribute to him. " We will be forever grateful to you ," said the Democratic candidate who then went back on stage at the end of the president's speech with whom she exchanged an affectionate hug.

(Online Union)