Staff Reports
As the countdown to the presidential election continues, all eyes seem to be on the campaign trail, and one glaring absence has many scratching their heads: President Joe Biden. While rivals hustle and bustle through key states, like Black Friday at a superstore, Biden reportedly holds up in Wilmington, Delaware, taking a page from the introvert’s handbook. With just 48 hours before Election Day, he has opted for a quiet day in the comfort of his home instead of rallying the troops—or, in this case, the voters.
Throwing fuel on the fire, a former speechwriter for President Obama bluntly labeled Biden as a “liability” to his own legacy. Ouch! Those words might sting harder than a bee on a summer day in the dog-eat-dog world of politics. The stakes are high, especially for Vice President Kamala Harris, who is in a tight race. It seems Biden’s latest comments might alienate even the most ardent supporters of his administration. During a stop in Scranton, he made comments about Trump supporters that led him to refer to them as “garbage,” leading some political pundits to wonder if he should just stay home for good.
Politics can often feel like a never-ending circus, but Biden’s recent performance has caused some questioning about whether he should even take the stage. The president recently called for Trump to be “locked up,” and his choice of words has left many scratching their heads. One expert humorously suggested that Biden would do well to focus on his day job instead of trying to secure votes. His approval ratings have been hovering around 40% since the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, and the last thing he needs is to trip and fall at the finish line.
In a fascinating twist, Biden and Harris have not had a chance to campaign together since the beginning of football season—a sign that maybe all is not well on the Democratic team. While their rivals are out drawing huge crowds and energizing their bases (with a sprinkle of celebrity star power), Biden seems to be playing a game of hide-and-seek, where it looks like he might just be hiding.
The chatter about Biden’s gaffes and rambling speeches has only intensified. Critics and allies alike seem to agree that his words sometimes lack clarity. It seems he’s lost in a verbal maze of his own making on topics ranging from foreign policy to tax cuts. With the Republican message resonating across various demographics and locations, many wonder if Biden can keep up. Some folks think that while there’s plenty of talent on the Republican side, Biden’s stumbles are part of a more significant flaw in his campaign.
In this final stretch, as Biden stays off the campaign trail, it’s becoming evident that many Democrats are losing faith in his ability to lead the charge. People are asking hard questions about what it means for democracy when a sitting president appears to step back when the stakes are highest. The absence of his presence and his often unpredictable comments have led some to wonder if it’s time for a new face on the Democratic side. There’s no doubt this election is shaping up for the history books, and with Biden pushing the pause button just days before, it remains to be seen how it all plays out.
