From the Guardian:
Sanders confirms he is dropping out, calling victory 'virtually impossible'
Bernie Sanders has formally announced he is suspending his campaign in a livestream to supporters.
“I wish I could give you better news, but I think you know the truth,” Sanders said. The Vermony senator noted that Joe Biden’s delegate lead had made victory “virtually impossible.”
“I have concluded that this battle for the Democratic nomination will not be successful, and so today I am announcing the suspension of my campaign,” Sanders said.
Sanders acknowledged his withdrawal from the race had been a “difficult and painful decision” that came after an “honest assessment” of his prospects.
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Bernie Sanders congratulated Joe Biden on his victory in the Democratic priamry, calling the former vice president “a very decent man.”
Looking ahead to the general election, Sanders pledged to work with Biden “to move our progressive ideas forward.”
Sanders closed by saying how he and his wife, Jane, have been moved by the support they have seen across the country. “Let us go forward together,” Sanders told his supporters. “The struggle continues.”
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Although he is suspending his campaign, Bernie Sanders said he would remain on the ballot and continue to gather delegates in future primaries.
“While Joe Biden will be the nominee, we must continue working to assemble as many delegates as possible at the Democratic Convention, where we will be able to exert significant influence over the party platform and other functions,” Sanders said.
He added that his influence on the party platform would help Democrats to unify and increase the chances of victory against Trump in November.
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Biden says he will be 'reaching out' to Sanders
Joe Biden has released a statement on the suspension of Bernie Sanders’ campaign, commending his rival for the coalition he has built and promising to work with him moving forward.
“He hasn’t just run a political campaign; he’s created a movement,” Biden said. “And make no mistake about it, I believe it’s a movement that is as powerful today as it was yesterday. That’s a good thing for our nation and our future.”
Biden said he would be “reaching out” to Sanders, as the former vice president seeks to unify the Democratic party before the general election.
“You have put the interest of the nation — and the need to defeat Donald Trump — above all else,” Biden said. “And for that Jill and I are grateful. But we also want you to know: I’ll be reaching out to you. You will be heard by me.”
Biden also made a specific pitch to Sanders’ supporters: “I see you, I hear you, and I understand the urgency of what it is we have to get done in this country. I hope you will join us. You are more than welcome. You’re needed.”
Thoughts and Comments Welcome.
Sanders confirms he is dropping out, calling victory 'virtually impossible'
Bernie Sanders has formally announced he is suspending his campaign in a livestream to supporters.
“I wish I could give you better news, but I think you know the truth,” Sanders said. The Vermony senator noted that Joe Biden’s delegate lead had made victory “virtually impossible.”
“I have concluded that this battle for the Democratic nomination will not be successful, and so today I am announcing the suspension of my campaign,” Sanders said.
Sanders acknowledged his withdrawal from the race had been a “difficult and painful decision” that came after an “honest assessment” of his prospects.
...
Bernie Sanders congratulated Joe Biden on his victory in the Democratic priamry, calling the former vice president “a very decent man.”
Looking ahead to the general election, Sanders pledged to work with Biden “to move our progressive ideas forward.”
Sanders closed by saying how he and his wife, Jane, have been moved by the support they have seen across the country. “Let us go forward together,” Sanders told his supporters. “The struggle continues.”
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Although he is suspending his campaign, Bernie Sanders said he would remain on the ballot and continue to gather delegates in future primaries.
“While Joe Biden will be the nominee, we must continue working to assemble as many delegates as possible at the Democratic Convention, where we will be able to exert significant influence over the party platform and other functions,” Sanders said.
He added that his influence on the party platform would help Democrats to unify and increase the chances of victory against Trump in November.
...
Biden says he will be 'reaching out' to Sanders
Joe Biden has released a statement on the suspension of Bernie Sanders’ campaign, commending his rival for the coalition he has built and promising to work with him moving forward.
“He hasn’t just run a political campaign; he’s created a movement,” Biden said. “And make no mistake about it, I believe it’s a movement that is as powerful today as it was yesterday. That’s a good thing for our nation and our future.”
Biden said he would be “reaching out” to Sanders, as the former vice president seeks to unify the Democratic party before the general election.
“You have put the interest of the nation — and the need to defeat Donald Trump — above all else,” Biden said. “And for that Jill and I are grateful. But we also want you to know: I’ll be reaching out to you. You will be heard by me.”
Biden also made a specific pitch to Sanders’ supporters: “I see you, I hear you, and I understand the urgency of what it is we have to get done in this country. I hope you will join us. You are more than welcome. You’re needed.”
Thoughts and Comments Welcome.
