They’re built on a vision of the future where every voice matters, where the rights of all are protected and the rule of law is upheld. … And in so many places, including in Europe and the United States, democratic progress is under assault.”The speech, and one earlier Friday to the leaders of the Group of Seven in a virtual meeting, were Biden’s most extensive remarks on foreign policy as president. In his Munich Security Conference address, the president described the current moment as an “inflection point” in the debate over the merits of democratic vs. autocratic governance. “I believe [with] every ounce of my being that democracy will and must prevail,” Biden said. “We must demonstrate that democracy can still deliver for our people in this changed world.

Source: Washington Post February 19, 2021 12:01 UTC