Staff Reports
As the clock ticks down on President Joe Biden’s time in office, it seems he plans to ride the waves of St. Croix while his political ship continues to sink. With Hunter Biden by his side, the “big guy” is set to enjoy a taxpayer-funded vacation until the new year, a rather plush way to spend his final days in the White House. Meanwhile, his approval ratings don’t reflect quite the same sunny disposition, with satisfaction plummeting to an all-time low. The obvious question arises: is it irresponsible to take a break when the nation’s political sands are shifting beneath him?
In just a few weeks, Biden will hand over the keys to the Oval Office, but it appears he doesn’t mind leaving behind a legacy that many would consider broken. In a surprising twist of self-reflection, Biden reportedly expresses no regrets. This includes sticking to his guns on decisions like the infamous Bidenomics and the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan that left many scratching their heads. One can only wonder if ignoring a laundry list of blunders is part of his vacation mindset or genuine confidence in his decisions.
Friends and allies in the media are doing their best to polish what remains of Biden’s tarnished reputation, proposing outlandish ideas, such as naming a tunnel after him. While humor might not be the saving grace they hope for, the attempt speaks volumes about the desperation of those trying to cater to their beleaguered leader. Still, with a track record of questionable policy decisions and strained relations with even his party, it’s a tough task ahead.
With Biden’s term nearing its end, the criticisms keep pouring in. Some commentators lament that for a person leading for four years, a mere tunnel seems an insufficient acknowledgment of his time in office. A catalog of controversies, including his handling of the economy and the pandemic, seems to overshadow any claims of progress. His critics argue that treating political rivals as enemies instead of neighbors has not helped foster the climate of unity he so often preached in his holiday messages, leaving many to wonder if he truly understands the division he has sown.
As the dust settles, with only a few weeks remaining in his presidency, the matter of accountability looms large. Who’s going to take responsibility for the Biden administration’s many missteps? Are there any politicians, past or present, who will own up to significant policy decisions that have had such detrimental effects on everyday Americans? Many in the public, regardless of their political affiliation, seem ready to close this chapter and move on, but questions about Biden’s legacy—good and bad—are unlikely to fade away with him.
The irony may not be lost on anyone that while Biden seeks respite in the sun, history may not be so forgiving when it starts to recount his time in office. Political legacies are tricky like that—once they’re set in stone, vacations and laid-back attitudes can’t change the facts. As he prepares to leave, many are left hoping the incoming administration can quickly do some cleanup in the mess that’s been left behind. Will Biden still be remembered in a kinder light several years down the line? Only time will tell, but for now, he’s evidently quite content to enjoy paradise while the storm brews.
