Joe Biden sharpens contrast with Trump in Philadelphia speech
4 years, 7 months ago

Joe Biden sharpens contrast with Trump in Philadelphia speech

CNN  

CNN — Joe Biden issued a blistering condemnation of President Donald Trump on Tuesday and pledged to offer a break from the “selfishness and fear” that he said have marked Trump’s tenure in office and response to protests against racism and police brutality. Building on his campaign’s core theme that the “soul of the nation” is at stake, Biden made explicit his differences in approach from Trump, who on Monday urged governors to “dominate” protesters, and bragged on Twitter Tuesday morning that “overwhelming force” and “domination” had been on display in the nation’s capital. Floyd’s brother Philonese Floyd said on CNN his talk with Trump was “very brief” while Biden “was talking to me constantly.” “I loved his conversation,” he said of Biden. Biden also directly addressed Floyd’s killing, calling it “a wake-up call for our nation” as he began his speech.

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Biden delivers solemn call to defend democracy as he lays out his reasons for quitting race

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Biden wanted policing changes by the anniversary of George Floyd’s death. He’s still waiting

LA Times  

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Floyd family meets with Biden and Harris at White House

CNN  

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George Floyd’s brother rallies voters on Election Day

Associated Press  

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Biden, Trump take opposing stands: One visits George Floyd family; the other meets with police

LA Times  

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Daily Mail  

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4 years, 7 months ago

Trump and Biden clash as George Floyd’s killing jolts 2020 race

CNN  

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Associated Press  

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Philonise Floyd details the difference between his phone calls with Trump and Biden
4 years, 7 months ago

Philonise Floyd details the difference between his phone calls with Trump and Biden

CNN  

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As Trump falters on coronavirus, George Floyd, Biden leads
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As Trump falters on coronavirus, George Floyd, Biden leads

LA Times  

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News Analysis: A study in contrast: Trump, Biden respond to Minneapolis crisis

LA Times  

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Trump Says He Spoke With Floyd's Family, Understands Hurt And Pain Of Community
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Trump Says He Spoke With Floyd's Family, Understands Hurt And Pain Of Community

NPR  

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