Nancy Pelosi announces her retirement as dem leader in the House: a new day dawns on the horizon

"

is dawning on the horizon and I look forward, ever forward, to the unfolding story of our nation: a story of light and love, of patriotism and progress, of many becoming one, and ever an unfinished mission to make today's dream, tomorrow's reality. Thank you all. God bless you and your families. And may God bless, continue to bless our veterans and the United States of America. Thank you all ".

These are the words with which

announced that she will not run again for the Democratic leadership of the House.

A strong speech, at times emotional and exciting which garnered much applause from the classroom.

However, he will remain in

"Indeed, American democracy is majestic, but it is fragile. Many of us here have witnessed its first fragility firsthand, tragically, in this courtroom. And so democracy must forever be defended by the forces that want to harm them. Last week, the American people spoke out and their voices were raised in defense of freedom, the rule of law, and

itself . In these elections, the people rejected the assault on democracy".

“It has been my privilege to play a role in forging extraordinary progress for the American people. I have enjoyed working with three presidents achieving historic investments in clean energy with President

Health care reform with President

. And forging the future from infrastructure to healthcare to climate action with President

.

We must now boldly move into the future.

For everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.

My friends, no matter what title you bestow upon me: speaker, leader, group leader – there is no greater official honor for me than to stand on this floor and speak for the people of San Francisco.

I will continue to do so as a member of the House, speaking for the people of San Francisco, serving the great state of California and upholding our Constitution.

The hours are coming for a new generation to lead the Democratic caucus that I respect so deeply.

And I'm grateful that so many are ready and willing to take on this amazing responsibility.

Thanks to my dear

who has been my beloved life partner and pillar of support.

Thank you.

We are all grateful for all the prayers and well wishes as he continues his healing.

Thank you very much."

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Who is Nancy Pelosi

Nancy Pelosi, 82, has played a central role in getting Democratic President Joe Biden's legislative agenda through Congress, as she previously did for Democratic President Barack Obama.

She also presided over the

when she impeached

twice and was regularly criticized by US conservatives.

She was the highest-ranking and most powerful

woman in US history until

became vice president in January 2021. The House Speaker is, in fact, second in line to the presidency

Nancy Pelosi had said in recent days that

on her husband Paul would have an impact on her decision to maintain her role as leader.

In the Midterm elections, Republicans obtained a majority in the House which, although not large, will allow them to obstruct the legislative agenda of Democratic President Joe Biden.

House Democrats will vote for their leaders on Nov. 30.

of New York, could try to take her place as the top House Democrat.

Jeffries currently lead the Democratic caucus.

For the deputy

, star of the most radical dem, Nancy Pelosi's choice not to run again for leadership of the party in the House, is "an

change in American politics that will have profound consequences".

So she told the deputy to Cnn that she also clashed hard with the former speaker in the past.

Ocasio-Cortez did not want to reveal whether he will try to run for the role of dem group leader in the Chamber: "I think that in the aftermath of such a significant moment, it is premature to talk about it, but I agree with Pelosi that the time has come for a profound

," he said.