Staff Reports
In a rather fascinating display of denial, President Biden recently sat down for an exit interview with USA Today’s Washington Bureau Chief, Susan Page. During this not-so-revealing chat, he expressed a curious belief that, had he run against President-elect Trump, he would have emerged victorious. This assertion harks back to a recurring theme of Biden’s presidency: the tendency to inhabit a parallel universe where his administration has been nothing short of a roaring success.
One might wonder what evidence exists to support Biden’s bravado. His presidency has been marred by record inflation, gas prices that seem to have ambitions of soaring into the stratosphere, and foreign policy blunders that could make even the most seasoned diplomats wince. In this context, Biden’s confident claim about besting Trump sounds more like a fever dream than a serious political analysis.
Joe Biden is still deluded about the legacy he leaves behind https://t.co/0ZA1YujhBX pic.twitter.com/ARaCejg1tR
— NY Post Opinion (@NYPostOpinion) January 9, 2025
Biden’s prior statements during his time in office have showcased a persistent penchant for grandiosity. Instead of focusing on the numerous crises plaguing the nation, he seems far more interested in playing a game of “what if” regarding his electoral chances. This raises an eyebrow or two, as one can’t help but wonder if the President truly believes his own hype or if it’s simply a convenient distraction from his administration’s myriad failures.
The real comedic kicker is the implication that Biden thinks he can outmaneuver Trump, a man known for his brashness and ability to engage with voters. One can’t help but picture Biden trying to invent new strategies while sitting in his basement, completely oblivious to the fact that voters are more concerned about whether they can afford their next trip to the grocery store than parsing through theoretical match-ups.
At the end of the day, it’s clear the President thrives on nostalgia for an electoral battle he never faced, perhaps to soothe his own ego. Meanwhile, Americans continue to deal with the consequences of policies that have far-reaching impacts beyond the walls of the White House. Biden’s musings may be entertaining for some, but they highlight a disconnect that is increasingly difficult to ignore.
