Political Quotes

Joe Biden: “If a man looks me in the eye, gives me his word that something`s going to happen, I take it unless he breaks it.”

On the recordMay 19, 2021
If a man looks me in the eye, gives me his word that something`s going to happen, I take it unless he breaks it.
Said by
Joe Biden
Democratic · Delaware
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

President Biden reflects on his willingness to trust Kevin McCarthy's word regarding bipartisan negotiations.

Share

More from Joe Biden

Aug 23, 2026

To end this theft, I signed a Presidential Memorandum stopping illegal aliens and other ineligible individuals from obtaining Social Security Act benefits—and we are deporting illegal aliens who steal from our country.

whitehouse.gov
Aug 15, 2026

As President, I will always defend Social Security, protect America’s seniors, and invest in the dedicated workers who form the backbone of our Republic.

whitehouse.gov
Sep 11, 2026

Ask the hard questions. Do it for yourself, and do it for the people who love you.

huffpost.com
Sep 11, 2026

This year it’s more personal for me.

huffpost.com

Other voices in this conversation