The “defence of democracy” is more important than any title, US President Joe Biden said in his first address since bowing out of the race to win another term. Biden delivered a speech from the White House on Wednesday, his first since his announcement via social media on Sunday that he had ended his bid for a second term and was handing the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris. “I draw strength, and find joy, in working for the American people. But this sacred task of perfecting our Union is not about me. It’s about you. Your families. Your futures,” Biden said. “I have decided the best way …