President Joe Biden on Wednesday night told the American public that "the defense of democracy is more important than any title," as he explained his stunning decision to drop out of the presidential election and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's nominee. "I draw strength, and find joy, in working for the American people," Biden said from the Oval Office. "But this sacred task of perfecting our union is not about me. It's about you. Your families. Your futures. It's about 'We the People.' " "I gave my heart and my soul to our nation," Biden said. "I hope you have some idea how gratef