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Biden Warns of 'Dark Days' for Democracy Ahead

10/27/2025

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Former President Joe Biden, at a Boston lifetime achievement ceremony, said the United States faces "dark days" and called the current climate the "worst" in his decades of service.
He asserted democracy is at stake and urged resilience, noting the nation often emerges stronger from crises.
Biden, who completed radiation therapy for prostate cancer, reflected on his career and urged Americans to "fight like hell" for a better future.

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Former President Joe Biden, at a Boston lifetime achievement ceremony, said the United States faces "dark days" and called the current climate the "worst" in his decades of service.
He asserted democracy is at stake and urged resilience, noting the nation often emerges stronger from crises.
Biden, who completed radiation therapy for prostate cancer, reflected on his career and urged Americans to "fight like hell" for a better future.