Full Name: Joseph Robinette Biden Jr.
Date of Birth: November 20, 1942
Place of Birth: Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States
Education and Early Years:
Joe Biden grew up in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and later moved to Claymont, Delaware. He graduated with a degree in History and Political Science from the University of Delaware in 1965, and subsequently earned his law degree from Syracuse University College of Law in 1968.
Early Political Career:
Biden began his political career in 1972 when he was elected to the United States Senate representing the state of Delaware, becoming one of the youngest senators in American history. During his time in the Senate, he served on several important committees, including the Foreign Relations Committee and the Judiciary Committee.
Vice Presidency:
In 2008, Biden was chosen as Barack Obama's running mate in the presidential campaign. They won the election, and Biden served as the Vice President of the United States from 2009 to 2017. During his vice presidency, he played a crucial role in various policy areas, including overseeing the economic stimulus package in response to the 2008 financial crisis and leading foreign policy negotiations.
Presidential Campaign and Election:
In 2020, Biden launched his campaign for the presidency of the United States. He selected Kamala Harris as his running mate. In an election marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, Biden won the presidency on a platform emphasizing national unity, economic recovery, social justice, and combating climate change.
Presidency:
Biden was inaugurated as the 46th president on January 20, 2021. Since taking office, his administration has focused on several key issues, including:
- COVID-19 Pandemic: Implementing measures to accelerate vaccine distribution and provide economic relief.
- Economy: Passing the American Rescue Plan to support families and businesses affected by the pandemic.
- Infrastructure: Promoting the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to modernize U.S. infrastructure.
- Climate Change: Re-entering the Paris Agreement and implementing policies to reduce carbon emissions.
- Social Justice: Advancing policies to combat discrimination and racial inequality.
Personal Life:
Joe Biden is married to Jill Biden, an educator. He had three children with his first wife, Neilia Hunter Biden, who tragically died in a car accident in 1972 along with their daughter, Naomi. Biden married Jill in 1977, and they have one daughter, Ashley. His sons, Beau and Hunter Biden, have also been public figures, with Beau serving as the Attorney General of Delaware before passing away from cancer in 2015.
Biden is known for his personal resilience, having overcome several tragedies in his life, and for his long-standing dedication to public service over several decades.
