Joe Biden on D-Day: Reiterated commitments
Joe Biden on D-Day, from France, recalled the history of that day as key in the defense against Nazi forces in World War II.
U.S. President Joe Biden on D-Day pledged on Thursday, June 6, to continue defending Ukraine to prevent it from falling under the Russian yoke.
In addition, Joe Biden on D-Day warned that “democracy is more threatened than ever.”
“Surrendering to bullies, kowtowing to dictators, is simply unthinkable,” he said during a ceremony at the U.S. Cemetery in Normandy. “If we did that, it would mean we would be forgetting what happened here on these hallowed beaches.”
On the other hand, Biden on D-Day, insisted that they will turn their backs on Ukraine “If we turn our backs, Ukraine will fall under the Russian yoke and then Europe will fall as well.”
D-Day was the largest amphibious assault in history, and Biden called it a “powerful illustration of how alliances, true alliances make us stronger.” He said it was “a lesson I pray we Americans will never forget.”
Joe Biden’s D-Day comment was a reminder that U.S. engagements around the world hang in the balance in this year’s White House election.
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Former President Donald Trump, Biden’s likely opponent, has said he would not defend European allies who are “deadbeats” on their own defense spending.
Joe Biden on D-Day: Threats to Democracy
Speaking of the U.S. troops who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944, Biden said, “Let us be worthy of their sacrifice.”
“We must remember that the fact that they were heroes that day does not excuse us from what we have to do today. Democracy is never guaranteed. Each generation must preserve it, defend it and fight for it. That is the test of the times.
He reiterated his country’s willingness to engage in that and other alliances, noting that “America’s unique ability to bring nations together is one of our greatest strengths.”
Referring to the battles that took place in Normandy 80 years ago, he concluded, “Those who gave their lives here saved the world. We must live up to their sacrifice.”
Prior to Joe Biden’s remarks on D-Day, French President Emmanuel Macron told the American veterans that “you came here because the free world needed each and every one of you, and you answered the call.”
Macron decorated several of them with the Legion of Honor and kissed them on each cheek as he pinned the medals on them.
Biden greeted them with handshakes and hugs.
