Biden: US always emerges from crisis 'stronger'
President Joe Biden said Tuesday that the US has always emerged from crises "stronger" and that the country would do so again following the coronavirus pandemic and recent violence.
"Throughout our history, we have faced challenges, we have met them, and we have emerged stronger," Biden said in remarks at the White House. "And we will do so again."
Biden's comments came as the US continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, which has killed more than 600,000 people in the country. The pandemic has also caused widespread economic damage, with millions of Americans losing their jobs.
In addition to the pandemic, the US has also been rocked by a wave of violence in recent months, including the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, that killed 19 children and two teachers.
Biden said that the US must come together to address the challenges it faces.
"We have to be united," Biden said. "We have to be one people, one nation, one America."
Biden also said that the US must invest in its future.
"We have to build back better," Biden said. "We have to build an economy that works for everyone, not just the wealthy few."
Biden's comments were met with applause from the audience.
The president's remarks came on the eve of the Fourth of July, a day when Americans celebrate the country's independence.
In his remarks, Biden said that the Fourth of July is a time to reflect on the country's history and to recommit to its values.
"On this Fourth of July, let us resolve to build a more perfect union," Biden said. "Let us resolve to be a nation that is united, just, and equitable."
Biden's remarks were well-received by many, who said that they were hopeful and inspiring.
"I was very impressed with President Biden's speech," said one person. "He spoke from the heart and he gave me hope for the future."
"I think Biden's speech was a great reminder of what makes America great," said another person. "We are a nation of immigrants, and we are a nation of hope."