Biden: NYC Overcame ‘Two of the Greatest Disasters of this Century,’ 9/11 & Sandy

"And for those of us who are not New Yorkers, we look at you in awe because this is the united city of New York as well, a city that rose as one to confront two of the greatest disasters of this century - one from the evils of terrorism on 9/11, and one from the fury of nature in Superstorm Sandy.

This is a city of courage and character, having faced and overcome the toughest challenges and I’m absolutely confident as you are that spirit is still alive and well in this city. And I’m absolutely confident it will guide you in the days and weeks ahead. I believe that this great police force, and this incredibly diverse city can and will show the nation how to bridge any divide. You’ve done it before and you will do it again."