Here are the major take aways from President Biden’s Oval Office speech


US President’s speech underscored the importance of US global leadership


In a no-holds-barred address, US President Biden linked Russia’s Ukraine war to Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel, demanding Congress’s backing in the face of what he described as two imminent threats.


Against the backdrop of an increasingly divided America, Biden implored citizens to look beyond their borders and rallied support for crucial foreign aid to American allies.


The sweeping funding request, a whopping $100 billion, including a jaw-dropping $60 billion for war-torn Ukraine and a substantial $10 billion for Israel, has now ignited a political firestorm as it heads for approval, or scrutiny, through the Senate and the Republican-led House, currently left leaderless for more than two weeks.

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Biden, in his rare prime time address, aimed to establish a clear contrast with the isolationist stance embraced by many of his Republican contenders, including the former President, Donald Trump, who seem suspicious of extending military support overseas.

The US President, straddling both domestic and international fronts, made a fervent appeal to Americans, urging them to comprehend the urgency of lending assistance to allies around the globe.


In a poignant twist, the US President also passionately underscored the critical need to unequivocally denounce hate in all its forms. “We must, without equivocation, denounce anti-Semitism and Islamophobia. We must stand united,” he proclaimed, highlighting the suffering faced by various communities.


Noting a recent spate of horrific events, including the stabbing of a mother and the murder of a six-year-old Palestinian American boy, Biden voiced a resounding call for solidarity.

1. Thinking Globally

The President said Americans should look beyond their own country and understand how world events are connected.


2. Helping Israel and Ukraine

He asked Congress for around $100 billion to support Israel and Ukraine. Israel needs security help, and Ukraine needs assistance against Russia.


3. Being Different

 President Biden's approach is different from some Republican candidates who don't want to help other countries with military support.


4. Common Threats

 He said both Russia and Hamas want to harm other democratic nations. That's why the U.S. needs to get involved.


5. Rejecting Hate

The President urged everyone to strongly condemn anti-Semitism and Islamophobia. He wants to support communities facing hatred.


6. Supporting Israel

 President Biden promised to help Israel and asked for money to strengthen their security, especially with the Iron Dome defense system.


7. Humanitarian Aid

 He talked about giving urgent help to regular people in Gaza and supporting a two-state solution.


8. Hate in America

The President acknowledged that there's more hate, racism, anti-Semitism, and Islamophobia in the United States.


9. Consequences of U.S. Actions

 He said the world is watching what the U.S. does in Ukraine and Israel because it can affect global safety and how other countries act.


10. America's Role

He ended by saying that the U.S. is an important country in the world, and it should be a source of unity and responsible leadership. The U.S. is a nation that others look up to.