Biden told the crowd that he had made repeated visits to overseas troops multiple times over the years, and that he wished the citizens of the United States could do the same so that they could truly appreciate the “incredible sacrifices you make for our country.” Biden then went on to make a playful remark about how his good judgement could be demonstrated by two decisions that he made during his life: the first was marrying his wife, Dr. Jill Biden. The second was appointing Johnson — a soldier on the stage — to the academy. When this line did not receive the applause Biden expected, he jokingly said “Clap, you stupid bastards.”