What 'struck' Jen Psaki on Biden’s historic Oval Office speech on stepping aside

Jen Psaki, former White House press secretary serving President Joe Biden, shares with a panel of her MSNBC colleagues her reaction to Biden's Oval Office address to the nation.



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[aliciaespinoza]

Tears for a President that I truely respect. I am so grateful for the last 3.5 years of peace in my soul. I could sleep knowing there was an adult in the WH that had the American peoples back. Not on his watch....Thank you President Biden for your undying loyalty to our country!

[golfing]

AllI could think of, what if Ruth Ginsberg had the same selflessness. The supreme court would not be in the mess it is in. If she had retired while the Democrats were in power, a younger Democrate would be in that seat. I realize people will be a little angry with my thoughts, but lets be honest. Potus has more class in his decision this week. A canadian here but still so happy for the u.s. for the future.

[JohnnyTerdz]

Proud to say I voted for President Biden. And I'm not kidding when I say that as long as that man is still breathing, I would always vote for him.

[andercoyote]

Joe, we hope you have some idea of how grateful we are to YOU.🇺🇸
Thank you for your service to our nation.
You’ve been one of the finest at a time when we needed you most. 💙🇺🇸✨

[sueweatherby]

I am so glad to see that MSNBC usning Lawrence O'Donnell more in panel discussions on the extraordinary events that are taking place right now. The man is intelligent, well-spoken, and has a wealth of experience to call on. He is such an asset to the team. Hoping we will be seeing more of him as this norm=bending year plays out.

[scottfisher]

Joe Bidens term in office will age very well over time. His accomplishments are very impressive and he has (most importantly) stopped the fascist MAGA movement in its tracks. Thanks Joe!

[markgerick]

Thank You, President Biden for your Knowledge & Wisdom to pass the Presidential "Baton"!
One of the most Patriotic and Selfless acts of ANY US President, except for George Washington!!
We can now focus our attention on coming together to save OUR Democracy!!!
VOTE BLUE 2024 ✌

[SavannahMandem]

Thank you, President Biden And thanks to Jen, Martin, Joy and the whole panel ❤

[rickmunn]

He stands as an honorable beacon, a testament to selfless leadership. The world longs for more souls like President Biden. With admiration, a devoted Canadian fan. Thank you.

[GayleAllen-RINO]

POTUS Biden, you are one for the history books, much love and respect for you, Always!

[carolperdue]

Well Biden got to the place that many have aspired to but few have attained. And he didn't shame the country either. Thank you Mr. President! 🙏💙🙏

[barbaratrepka]

I’m so proud of Joe Biden…what a legend…history will tell what a great man he is.

[SociallyBrandedMedia]

👉🏽 I hope everyone here realizes how strong the gravitational pull of POWER can be...

Moreover, I hope that we can all respect the person who can ignore their personal desires and gain by relinquishing POWER in the best interest of the nation they swore serve and protect.

Regardless of your opinion of President Joe Biden it would be wrong of us to measure him by his lack of perfection.

However, it is our obligation to measure him by his overflowing principles to represent and serve ALL of the people of America and the unyielding goals of this nation to live free, safe, and prosperous.

Only a man or woman who possesses humility and honor can be guided by the morals of principles, and justice can relinquish POWER for something greater to all.

President Joe Biden is an American who deserves our respect and national allegiance.

Farwell and thank you, dear Mr. President. Godspeed.

[Its-Always-Something]

Biden's speech gave me the opportunity to feel Proud of being an American, again! It's been so very long since there was anything to feel proud about! Thank you President Biden! 💙

[rambleon]

*Make America Laugh Again!*
*Ka-MALA 2024!*

[JulieShaheed]

Love President Biden thank you for all your hard work you did for the American people, much appreciated (friends from Canada) We will continuing sending our prayers and love for you and Kamala she's the one that will be your voice moving forward.

[mscoyote]

Thank you SO much Lawrence for talking about how VP's are picked. You always have the big picture and I so appreciate it.

[NJelBoi]

For the first time, I actually felt like I had an IDENTITY as an American. I felt PROUD of being an american. For an inkling of a moment, I was moved. Something stirred in my spirit and I am sure I was not the only one. There is certainly something at work.

Thank you Joe, and may God continue giving americans the strength to never bend a knee to any tyrant or king.

[clqudy]

Thank you, GRANDPOTUS for passing the torch after 52 years of solid public service! We love you and Kamala!
Kamala 2024 💙💙💙💙❤️

[dholter]

I wish I could have been in the Oval Office to give President Biden a standing ovation for his message to our country, and for his lifetime of service to our country. An incredible contrast to TFG who incited an insurrection against our nation's capital in an effort to stay in power after the American people voted him out of office.