Joe Biden's Political Career: From Delaware Senator to 46th President
The article provides a biographical overview of Joe Biden's political career, from his 1972 election to the Delaware Senate at age 29 through his presidency beginning in 2021. Key context includes his previous presidential campaigns in 1988 and 2008, his 36-year Senate tenure, and his eight years as vice president under Barack Obama. This matters as it documents the trajectory of a major U.S. political figure and his recent withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race.
The article traces Joe Biden's political journey spanning over five decades, beginning with his election to the New Castle County Council and his 1972 Senate victory at age 29. It documents significant personal tragedy, including the 1972 death of his first wife Neilia and daughter Naomi in a car accident, and a 1988 brain aneurysm surgery. Biden's Senate career lasted 36 years until his 2009 resignation to become vice president under Barack Obama. The article covers his unsuccessful 1988 presidential campaign, which ended after plagiarism allegations, and his successful 2020 campaign when he became the oldest president-elect in U.S. history. It concludes by noting his 2024 withdrawal from the race following a poor debate performance, with his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris.
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