Updated: November 9, 2020 12:57:40 am
Bush also congratulated outgoing President Donald Trump “on a very close campaign.” (Photo: AP / file)
Former President George W. Bush has said that the American people can have confidence that the recent presidential election was fundamentally fair and its outcome is clear.
In a statement, the leader of the Republican Party said: “The fact that so many of our fellow citizens participated in this election is a positive sign of the health of our democracy and a reminder to the world of its strength. No matter how you voted, your vote counted. President Trump has the right to request recounts and file legal challenges, and any unresolved issues will be duly resolved. The American people can trust that this election was fundamentally fair, its integrity will be maintained, and its outcome is clear. “
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– George W. Bush Presidential Center (@TheBushCenter) November 8, 2020
Bush added that he had spoken with Joe Biden and thanked the president-elect for “the patriotic message” in Biden’s national address Saturday night after he was declared the winner of the election.
“I just spoke with the president-elect of the United States, Joe Biden. I extended my warm congratulations and thanked him for the patriotic message he delivered last night. I also called Kamala Harris to congratulate her on her historic election to the vice presidency.
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Although we have political differences, I know that Joe Biden is a good man, who has earned the opportunity to lead and unify our country. The president-elect reiterated that while he ran as a Democrat, he will govern for all Americans. I offered him the same thing I offered Presidents Trump and Obama: my prayers for his success and my promise to help in any way I can, ”the statement said.
Bush also congratulated outgoing President Donald Trump “on a very close campaign.” “He obtained the votes of more than 70 million Americans, an extraordinary political achievement. They have spoken and their voices will continue to be heard through elected Republicans at all levels of government, ”he said, adding that now is the time to“ come together for the good of our families and neighbors, and for our nation and your country. . future.”
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