US president Joe Biden lashed out throughout a speech in Illinois at protesters labeling his insurance policies “socialism” as “idiots.” Saying that Republicans are out to take away very important social service packages like social safety, Joe Biden blasted indicators brandished by protesters saying “socialism sucks” exterior an elementary college auditorium in Joliet the place he was talking.

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“I really like these indicators after I got here in — socialism. Give me a break, what idiots,” he mentioned because the viewers responded with laughter and applause.

Joe Biden then launched an assault on Republican plans to dismantle bedrock packages, saying, “Social safety and Medicare are greater than authorities packages; they’re a promise. … Work exhausting and contribute and when the time comes, issues shall be simpler for you.”

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“It’s a rock-solid assure, an iron-clad dedication. Generations of Individuals have counted on it, and it really works,” he added.

Joe Biden additionally warned that hundreds of thousands of Individuals would lose health-care protection, retirement advantages and different protections if Republicans win the midterm elections.