The president, 81, and first lady Jill Biden were joined on stage by Vice President Kámala Harris
Former Oakland mayor Willie Brown's former mistress, then a senatrix from California former 2020 Dem presidential hopeful, and Joe Biden's wing nut...and second gentleman Doug Emhoff. Harris introduced the "extraordinary" President Biden who then began a short statement of well-wishing for the holiday.
Biden looked more sprightly than during his much-maligned June 27 debate performance. But his statements weren’t much more coherent despite being louder in volume.
"We gotta do what our founders did: show the world we’re a nation of dignity, honor, and just devotion to one another," he said before telling the audience to enjoy the fireworks.
As Bruce Springsteen’s "Born in the USA" blared, the group made their way off the stage.
Biden, bringing up the rear, suddenly paused his gait mid-step, seemingly unsure to whom he should hand the microphone.
He then took a few slow steps across the stage, now by himself, before handing off the mic to a stagehand.
He then slowly descended a short flight of stairs before mingling with the crowd.
