When violence against women is no longer societally accepted, no longer kept secret; when everyone understands that even one case is too many. That's when it will change.
Joe BidenRead
America's commitment to collective defense under Article 5 of NATO is a sacred obligation in our view - a sacred obligation not just for now, but for all time.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the enduring responsibility of the U.S. towards its NATO allies under Article 5, highlighting the importance of collective defense.
In this quote, Joe Biden stresses the significance of America's commitment to NATO, particularly its Article 5, which states that an attack on one member is an attack on all. By calling it a 'sacred obligation,' he underscores the necessity of unity and support among allies, reflecting the long-term importance of mutual defense in maintaining global security.
In practice
In a speech addressing military personnel about their roles in international alliances.
When violence against women is no longer societally accepted, no longer kept secret; when everyone understands that even one case is too many. That's when it will change.
There's good reason to be excited. You have the first woman running who is qualified, and a very attractive African-American who has demonstrated crossover appeal. I got involved in politics 40 years ago during the civil rights movement, so yes, it's an exciting thing.
There will come a day, I promise you, when the thought of your son, or daughter, or your wife or your husband, brings a smile to your lips before it brings a tear to your eye. It will happen. My prayer for you is that day will come sooner than later.
Except for the title 'father,' there is no title, including 'vice president,' that I am more proud to wear than that of United States senator.
I believe all Americans are born with certain inalienable rights. As a child of God, I believe my rights are not derived from the constitution. My rights are not derived from any government. My rights are not denied by any majority. My rights are because I exist. They were given to me and each of my fellow citizens by our creator, and they represent the essence of human dignity.
America's leaders have to find a way to work together, rise to the challenge, and come up with solutions as bold and visionary as the people of this nation.
It is easier to raise the performance of one leader than it is to raise the performance of a whole mass.
Since the shock of former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan's death, I have been reflecting on what made him so special. To my mind, it is simply this: Kofi Annan was both one of a kind and one of us.
Members of great teams confront each other when they see something that isn't serving the team.
Words have power. Use the language of leadership versus the vocabulary of a victim.
The more a general is accustomed to place heavy demands on his soldiers, the more he can depend on their response.
When individual members of the team are highly disciplined, they can be trusted and, therefore, allowed to operate with very little oversight.
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