Staff Reports
President Biden’s legacy is shaping up to be like a poorly made sandwich: all bread and little substance. He may take solace in the fact that he was able to squeeze into the office between two slices of Trump, but history is likely to remember him as an unimpressive filling rather than a glorious feast in American governance.
Biden burst onto the political scene with the singular purpose of putting an end to Donald Trump’s reign, delivering a victory that many celebrated as a decisive victory. However, in a classic case of political irony, Biden now appears to have paved the way for Trump’s triumphant return to the White House. Experts have already begun to weigh in, suggesting that Biden will be remembered not for his foreign policy or massive spending programs, but as an unfortunate chapter in America’s political narrative—one that ends with his own party’s disconnection from reality.
Just six months ago, the narrative among Democrats painted Biden as a titan of economic recovery and global diplomacy, deftly channeling taxpayer dollars into climate initiatives and infrastructure projects. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi even went so far as to claim he was “Mount Rushmore material.” But as Democrats reflect on their recent losses and Biden’s unceremonious exit from the presidential race, that narrative has shifted dramatically. Many within the party now believe that Biden’s failure to exit gracefully has tarnished his legacy, leaving the stage for Vice President Kamala Harris, who is, let’s face it, still figuring out what day it is.
For Republicans and many independents, Biden’s tenure is a masterclass in mismanagement. His administration has been plagued by border chaos, skyrocketing inflation during his early months, and a burgeoning national debt that would make even the most seasoned financial planner break into a cold sweat. The notion that Biden will emerge from his presidency with any enduring achievements is laughable. While he attempts a comeback by touting his perceived successes, the cold hard truth is that most Americans are less than impressed, with a significant majority rating him as “below average” or “poor.”
Polling data reveals a grim outlook for Biden, with a Gallup survey placing him just above Richard Nixon in the ranking of modern presidents. Meanwhile, Trump’s invincibility seems only to grow as he experiences a favorable bump in the polls, shifting from a dismal -32 rating to a striking -4. The tables have turned, and Biden’s inability to convince even his own supporters of his effectiveness has become painfully apparent.
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— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) January 15, 2025
As Biden hopes for a renaissance in how he’s perceived, he is left to navigate the wreckage of his presidency and the political landscape that remains riddled with disillusionment. The historical narrative of his administration is already being framed by his failures, particularly the disastrous exit from Afghanistan that cast a long shadow over his initial approval ratings. While some historians buzzed positively about him a year ago, it seems the winds of opinion are shifting as more recent events have amplified the impressions of his inadequacies.
In this political theater, it would appear Biden’s story may end on a less-than-glamorous note. Instead of being remembered for great ideas or monumental policies, he may simply be remembered as the unfortunate figure sandwiched between the greatness of Trump’s first term and the potential of a second. Time will tell how historians ultimately view his presidency, but one thing is certain: the Biden administration has done nothing to raise expectations or enhance the legacy of presidential greatness in America.
