Staff Reports
Biden Campaign’s Humorous Backpedaling in Response to George Clooney Op-Ed
Actor George Clooney’s recent op-ed urging Joe Biden to step aside due to his cognitive decline has caused quite a stir in liberal circles. Clooney, who had been a vocal supporter of Biden, admitted in his New York Times piece that the Biden he saw at a recent fundraiser and debate was not the same sharp politician of years past. For someone who once dismissed Biden’s gaffes as insignificant compared to defeating the “Orange Man,” Clooney’s sudden change of heart was as shocking as finding out that Hollywood has a new reboot in the works.
In response to Clooney’s call for Biden to gracefully exit stage left, the Biden campaign scrambled faster than a cat trying to cover up its mess in a litter box. Their attempted rebuttal? Pointing out that Biden outlasted Clooney at a fundraiser. Yes, because staying at a gathering longer than an actor known for his on-screen charisma is definitely a qualification for leading the free world.
The media’s reaction to this spin was best captured by Jake Tapper’s bemused “okay” response. It’s as if even the most dedicated Biden supporters are starting to realize that arguing for the former Vice President’s stamina is akin to praising a sinking ship for its water resistance.
Biden Campaign's Response to the George Clooney Op-Ed Is Straight Outta LOLsville https://t.co/vnYgI0hVp2
— Michael J. Fell (@MichaelJFell) July 11, 2024
Watching the Biden campaign navigate through the aftermath of the debate disaster feels like witnessing a train wreck in slow motion. Instead of addressing the elephant in the room – Biden’s mental acuity – they resort to deflecting and dissembling. It’s like watching a magician attempting to pull off a disappearing act with a spotlight shining directly on them.
One can’t help but wonder if the individuals who have enabled this charade will face the same public shaming that befell Trump’s staffers. After all, concealing the truth about a presidential candidate’s competence from the American people doesn’t exactly scream transparency or respect for democracy. But hey, maybe in the world of politics, hypocrisy is just another tool in the belt.
