Prior to the announcement of his projected win, Biden addressed the nation on Friday evening.

He ended his remarks with a call for unity.

“It’s time for us to come together as a nation to heal.

ocratic presidential nominee Joe Biden speaks during a drivein campaign rally at Franklin Delano Roosevelt  Park on…

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Its not going to be easy, but we have to try.

My responsibility as president is to represent the whole nation.

Ill work as hard for those who voted against me as those who voted for me thats the job.

Its called the duty of care for all Americans.”

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Democratsunderperformed expectationsin congressional races, retaining control of the House but losing some seats to the GOP.

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