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The Remaining Days of First Lady Jill Biden

The first lady’s White House tenure will end with one term, but Dr. Biden left her mark on the American story.

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Jennifer Taylor
Sep 04, 2024
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First Lady Dr. Jill Biden listens as Ashley Biden, the daughter of the first lady and President Joe Biden, gives remarks during a Pride celebration on the South Lawn of the White House on June 26, 2024, in Washington, DC. (Credit: Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Two weeks ago, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden stood on the Democratic National Convention stage in Chicago reminding a packed arena of the aspects of her husband’s character that made her fall in love with him “all over again” throughout their 50-year marriage.

She spoke about President Joe Biden stopping to comfort people grieving along rope lines. There were many moments when her husband would inspire a child struggling with a stutter to find their confidence. And then, she reflected on this pivotal moment that would close out Joe Biden’s 50-year political career that began in 1970 on the New Castle County Council.

“And weeks ago when I saw him dig deep into his soul and decide to no longer seek reelection and endorse Kamala Harris,” …

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