Biden warns white house slinking “if you look down on a colleague,”

“If you are rude to each other, I will fire you on the spot.”

US President Joe Biden, who entered the White House on the 20th (local time), emphasized’fellow love’ in his first message to employees. It was in a video speech to 1,000 employees, including the nominee for the cabinet.

“Everyone, regardless of background, has the right to be treated with dignity,” he said. “I look forward to respecting everyone you interact with.”

He warned, “If I hear about being rude to my colleagues, gossiping, etc., I will fire you immediately without exception.”

“History will be evaluated according to how dignified, honorable and wise we have been treated for the good of the United States,” he said again, saying, “I hope that our employees will preserve each other’s dignity.”

President Biden did not mention his predecessor Donald Trump in his speech. However, by saying, “In the last four years, we have lost our cause, we have the opportunity to change the situation,” he made it clear that he would no longer allow the disagreement and conflict between employees that prevailed during the previous administration.

He also emphasized the responsibility to have as a White House employee. “The people don’t work for us, we should work for the people.” .

“You are cooperating with the finest government in the world, and we must restore the soul of this country. We look forward to all of you being part of it.”

Local media, including political media Politico, interpreted that President Biden was trying to erase the traces of Trump with a message that contrasted with the atmosphere of the previous administration, such as respect, dignity, and dedication to the people.

Reporter Lee Min-jung [email protected]