Obama's Tribute to Joe Biden (Full Speech) | ABC News

President Obama surprised Vice President Joe Biden with the nation’s highest civilian honor – the Presidential Medal of Freedom – at a tribute event at the White House this afternoon. The event itself, let alone the award, was kept secret from the the vice president.

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[janiceclaypole]

You have to love and admire Joe and President Obama. I love them.

[UltimateEx]

He's so humble... He doesn't even address him as Barrack he always addresses him as Mr. President. That's a new level of humble and respect.

[deisiyunga]

Anybody watching this after Biden was elected to be the 46th President of the United States?

[ghostpants]

Man, I somehow forgot how good this was. Who here is rewatching this in 2020 to remember what it's like to have a President?

[woopimiku]

vice presidents are usually forgotten but president Obama made sure he will never ever be forgotten in history. I wish our country had such leaders.

[lauradilembo]

Obama and Biden continue to demonstrate a high level of integrity, values, elegance and from-the-heart camaraderie and humour. It would be comforting to know that this honorable behaviour will continue with the new administration that begins on January 20th. But I fear it will not.

[nickrachjames]

Anyone ever come back and watch this again? To be reminded that our leaders and country were respected!

[RickyQT]

Went from vice president to president. Obama must be very proud 😭

[Underdogfore]

it's like the season finale of your favourite TV series

[myrahj]

This is genuine friendship. This is respect. This is love. This is what make us human. This is the type of relationships we all should strive to have. Their marriages, children, families and friends, it's all beautiful and I'm proud that I was alive to witnessed this presidency! I can only pray that the majority of people will use this as an example for the good and not as hate that seems to be spreading! Great Job President Obama & VP Biden! One of a Kind!

[frederikdewaele]

Hopefully come January 20, this man will be the 46th President of the United States of America.

[victoriamartinez]

When Joe cried, I cried. Holy shit, this was beautiful.

[jutco]

Did Biden FREESTYLE HIS SPEECH?!? I must say that's hella amazing.

[livingroomsuperstar]

it's almost like Obama knew he didn't make Biden cry at the farewell speech so he was like, "Oooo, I'mma get him with that medal speech." Mission: success.

[cirving]

Who is watching this on 11/4 while AZ and NV get their crap together?

[JaMonChayTa]

I simply can't believe that we are knowingly heading towards a disaster and letting these two people go!

[shalinp]

Congrats Vice President Joe Biden, you very well deserve it! Thank you for your service to this nation. Will definitely miss the Obama, and Biden duo!

[lizfinkelstein]

I can't imagine anyone with humanity disliking this video.

[mitchellbellardini]

This started as a medal of freedom bestowed upon a great man. Because of Joe Biden's amazing humility and character, it ended up as a tribute to a great president. Just compare these two wonderful patriotic men to the filth we have in office today. I hope Joe runs and wins in 2020. We will then have a man of strength, courage and wisdom leading us again!

[WizCiva]

I respect and love Obama but Joe man he's amazing I really appreciate and respect him as a VP.