Staff Reports
In a moment that highlighted his propensity for repeating the same stories, President Biden shared a familiar tale not once, but twice, during a campaign reception. According to a White House transcript released on Thursday, the president duplicated his remarks concerning his decision to run for office and his recollection of the white nationalist rally in Charlottesville.
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At a reelection fundraiser hosted by Amy Goldman Fowler, a billionaire heiress and author, President Biden recounted his motivations for running in the 2016 presidential race. He then proceeded to discuss the tragic events that took place during the white nationalist rally in Charlottesville in August 2017.
Using nearly identical language during both retellings, President Biden vividly painted the picture for his audience. He spoke of torch-wielding individuals with Nazi swastikas, bellowing anti-Semitic rhetoric that echoed the sentiments of Germany in the 1930s. Furthermore, the president lamented the loss of a young woman’s life during the violent gathering.
Expanding on the story, President Biden contrasted his reaction to that of his predecessor, former President Trump. He recalled Trump’s statement that there were “very fine people on both sides.” The president asserted that this was the pivotal moment when he decided to run for office again, prompted by his disapproval of Trump’s response.
However, the repetition of these narratives was not the only newsworthy aspect of President Biden’s day. Earlier, at the United Nations, the 80-year-old Commander-in-Chief found himself in an embarrassing situation when he nearly knocked over the Brazilian flag. He then further embarrassed himself by neglecting to shake hands with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, leaving Silva visibly annoyed.
Throughout the day, President Biden’s age became a prominent concern, as highlighted by several polls. An Associated Press/NORC poll revealed that a significant majority, 77% of Americans, including 69% of Democrats, believe that the president is too old for another term. Additionally, when respondents were asked to describe their thoughts on President Biden, 15% chose words like “slow” or “confused.”
As the president’s gaffes continue to gain attention, it remains to be seen how his age will affect public opinion and his ability to lead the nation effectively.
