VP Joe Biden’s reaction to being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction

“I watched the whole speech. Apparently Joe thought they were going to give a farewell speech to their staff.” ~ Redditor

President Barack Obama surprises an emotional Joe Biden with the Presidential Medal of Freedom (imgur.com)
“Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. In a career of public service spanning nearly half a century, Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has left his mark on almost every part of our nation fighting for a stronger middle class, a fairer judicial system, and a smarter foreign policy, providing unyielding support for our troops, combating crime and violence against women, leading our quest to cure cancer, and safeguarding the landmark American Recovery and Reinvestment Act from corruption.
With his charm, candor, unabashed optimism and deep and abiding patriotism, Joe Biden has garnered the respect and esteem of colleagues of both parties and the friendship of people across the nation and around the world. While summoning the strength, faith, and grace to overcome great personal tragedy, this son of Scranton, Claymont and Wilmington has become one of the most consequential vice presidents in American history, an accolade that none the less rests firmly behind his legacy as husband, father, and grandfather. A grateful nation thanks Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. for his lifetime of service on behalf of the United States of America.”

President Barack Obama surprises an emotional Joe Biden with the Presidential Medal of Freedom

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