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A Biden Family Thanksgiving
“The pilgrims thought it was pretty important in tough times to come together and thank God, to be grateful for what we have,” Biden said.
“It’s a wonderful Thanksgiving tradition here at the White House,” U.S. President Joe Biden told his audience on Monday during the annual White House Turkey Pardon ceremony.
The lighthearted event gave President Biden an excellent opportunity to showcase his folksy political charm and remind a would-be grateful nation to count its blessings this year.
“They listened to a lot of music, I’m told, in order to prepare for the crowd noise today,” Biden said of Chocolate and Chip. “That’s pretty — that’s real hard work. And they interacted with the children to show their softer side. Sounds like another flock hoping to come to Washington in 2024.”
“Of course, Chocolate is my favorite — Chocolate is my favorite ice cream, so I — but I could’ve — we could’ve named them CHIPS and Science, but — anyway,” Biden joked.
“Still alive: American democracy, Biden’s bad jokes — and two turkeys,” quipped The…